Know Your Energy
Reducing energy use is the most immediate measure we can do to reduce our exposure to high energy bills.
Energy prices are at an all-time high, as international oil and gas prices rise in response to the invasion in Ukraine and wider global issues. Ireland is one of the most fossil fuel dependent countries in Europe, spending on average €20 million each day importing fossil fuels from abroad. The consequence of this high reliance is reflected in our high transport, heating, and electricity bills. Saving energy and reducing our energy use is the most immediate measure we can do to reduce our exposure to high energy bills. At a local level, a typical family of four will spend between €6,000 and €7,000 per year on energy. Half of this will be on petrol or diesel for the car, with the balance split between home heating and electricity.
Here are some helpful tips to reduce your energy bills.
For more information on energy efficiency or if you are interested in home retrofits or renewable energy visit southeastenergy.ie to find out more.
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There are lots of ways to make your home more energy efficient and comfortable.
View Climate Action Information for Householders here
Try some of SEAI’s home energy tips to save energy and you'll reduce your energy consumption and bills. Energy tips available here.
For more home energy saving advice check out the Commission for Regulation of Utilities website here.
Visit South East Energy Agency Home Energy Upgrade -One Stop Shop here
SEAI have a wide range of grants that will help you upgrade your home, making it warmer and more energy efficient. Find out more about these grants and how to apply here.
Home Energy Saving Kit
The Home Energy Saving Kit can be borrowed from Wexford Library, Gorey Library & Enniscorthy Library. Codema, Dublin’s Energy Agency supplied the kit, and it was funded by the Environment Awareness Section of Wexford County Council.
The Kit contains six simple tools to help you assess how energy efficient your home is and identify possible problem areas for improvement.
To find out how to use each of the tools in the Home Energy Saving Kit click here.
Full details also here.
