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Improving energy efficiency of traditional buildings in Ireland

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Improving energy efficiency of traditional buildings in Ireland

To achieve the ambitious targets to reduce GHG emission in Ireland, the emphasis on energy retrofits of traditional buildings needs to be improved.
Giulia Leghissa

Ireland has established ambitious goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fulfill global obligations for climate change mitigation. Enhancing energy efficiency in traditional buildings is crucial to achieve these objectives.

Enhancing the energy performance of the majority of the historic and traditional buildings can contribute to their ongoing viability, ensuring they remain functional both now and in the future. The aim is to preserve the functionality of traditional buildings, allowing them to continue serving as comfortable, safe, and aesthetically pleasing spaces for living and working.

This guidance is designed to offer clear and robust advice to specifiers and installers, while also being accessible to a broader audience.

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Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage