House Warming

Data centres are adding more demand onto Ireland’s electrical grid, but can our grid keep up with the scale of the demand, or do we need to add more capacity? 

In this mini-episode we discuss how increased demand on our data centres impacts Ireland's climate targets.  Can we reach our 2030 goals while increasing capacity, and what does that mean for Ireland’s energy future. 

Saving to the ‘cloud’ frees up storage on our devices, but despite the name, our data doesn’t disappear into the sky, it’s stored in a data centre. 

Data centres are adding more demand onto Ireland’s electrical grid, but can our grid keep up with the scale of the demand, or do we need to add more capacity? 

In this episode we discuss how increased demand on our data centres impacts our Climate Action plan.  Can we reach our 2030 goals while increasing capacity, and what does that mean for Ireland’s energy future. 

We have our Climate Action Plan for Ireland, which is a roadmap that is updated every year, for taking the right actions to halve Ireland's emissions by 2030 – can the growth of more Data Centres fit into these plans for Ireland’s climate? 

District Heating currently delivers 9% of Europe's total heating demands. 
So how does it work and how can it be developed in Ireland? 

In this mini-episode we answer your questions on District Heating.

One of the oldest methods of heating buildings, District Heating has played a key role in making cities like Denmark and Copenhagen some of the most sustainable in the world, while also lowering costs for customers. District heating currently delivers 9% of Europe's total heating demands. 

So how does it work and how can it be developed in Ireland? 

In this episode we talk about the plans to develop District Heating projects across Ireland’s towns and cities while also looking at some examples of where it is working.

Renewable energy projects are key to helping Ireland reach net-zero. 

In this episode, we explore how we can make the most of our natural resources, like wind, sea and sun to create our own energy in Ireland. Discover how we can reduce our dependence on imported fossil fuels and learn about the government's investments in this critical transition. 

Renewable energy projects are key to helping Ireland reach net-zero. In this episode, we explore how we can make the most of our natural resources, like wind, sea and sun to create our own energy in Ireland. Discover how we can reduce our dependence on imported fossil fuels and learn about the government's investments in this critical transition. Join the discussion on how we can rally citizens, communities, and industry to lead the way on the path to achieving a net-zero future. 

SEAI’s Director of Policy Research and Policy Insights, Margie McCarthy and Dr. Lee Carroll of SEAI speak with Sinead Ryan about the renewable energy opportunities in Ireland. 

Transport in Ireland - a conversation for the ages! 

In this mini-episode, join Sinead Ryan and Fergus Sharkey of SEAI who together delve deep into the data surrounding our transportation habits and explore the solutions that will propel us toward a more sustainable, public and zero-carbon transportation system. 

Transport in Ireland - a conversation for the ages! 
It’s not just about our cars anymore; it’s about reimagining how we utilise trams, trains, buses and even bicycles on our country’s roads. 

We simply cannot afford to be as car dependent anymore.

To reshape our transportation landscape, reduce emissions and tackle traffic
problems, we need reliable and accessible public transport options.

In this episode, we delve deep into the data surrounding our transportation habits. We unpack the design elements and infrastructure that have driven our car-centric culture and explore the solutions that will propel us toward a more sustainable, public and zero-carbon transportation system. 

The latest Energy in Ireland report shows that, our CO2 emissions are going up, again! SEAI's Director of Research and Policy Insights Margie McCarthy and Dr. Lee Carroll, Programme Manager for SEAI's Energy Statistics team, chat about Ireland’s energy and carbon emissions trends with Sinead Ryan.

You can learn more about Energy in Ireland by visiting our website. 

The annual Energy in Ireland report profiles trends in the supply and demand of energy and energy related CO2 emissions in 2022 and 2023.

Around 45% of Ireland’s energy use is for direct personal consumption, primarily in our homes and in our cars. So, it is absolutely essential that we all become more energy efficient to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions; to insulate ourselves from high energy prices; and to reduce the chance of outages or fuel shortages. We also need systemic change, beyond what individuals can do, to address the current energy and climate crises.

In this episode, SEAI's Director of Research and Policy Insights Margie McCarthy and Dr. Lee Carroll, Programme Manager for SEAI's Energy Statistics team, chat to our host, Sinead Ryan, about the everyday choices that people make have a major role to play.

You can learn more about Energy in Ireland by visiting our website.