SEI Event - 9 October - Renewable Energy Technology

Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) is presenting a one-day event dedicated to the use and deployment of renewable energy technologies most notably solar, heat pumps and biomass heating systems in commercial, public (especially local authority buildings), community groups, school premises, sports associations, hotels, leisure centre's and hospitals.

Ireland's dependency on imported energy has grown to around 90%. Imported oil remains the dominant energy source with power generation and industrial production critically dependent on gas and oil. With the continued threat of climate change, the volatility of oil prices and the need to secure supplies of indigenous energy consumers in the non-residential sectors are beginning to look for less expensive and more secure sources of energy. Today, an increasing number of businesses and commercial consumers are enjoying the many benefits of renewable energy.

The growing interest in renewable energy is a result of a change in attitude, moving from just talking about cost effective energy efficient solutions, to actually doing something about it. Renewable energy related projects, from biomass boilers and heating plants of every size fuelled by wood to large scale solar installations are daily making the business headlines.

Delegates attending the free one-day event will certainly be offered a practical and in-depth insight into the key principles, techniques and many benefits on how renewable energy (solar, heat pumps and biomass) systems can be used to provide healthy, energy efficient and cost effective buildings in the non-residential sector. The day combines presentations from industry experts on the latest technology innovation who will share their expertise and provide detailed information on the options including the design and specification of solar, wood heating and heat pump systems for large buildings; with practical technology case studies and concludes with an optional visit to see the onsite solar system and biomass boilers in action.

Increasing energy from renewable energy resources and in particular bioenergy is national policy - the Government's White Paper Delivering a Sustainable Energy Future for Ireland together with the recent introduction of financial incentives reflect the Governments approach and commitment to ensuring safe and secure energy supplies. They also set out the roadmap that will steer Ireland towards a new and sustainable energy future.

SEI administers a grant support programme the Renewable Heat (ReHeat) Deployment Programme that provides grant support of 30% for eligible costs for the installation of solar panels, heat pumps and biomass boilers fuelled by wood chip or wood pellets across the non-residential sector. The programme also provides support for applicants to carry out feasibility studies to assess the economic viability, potential savings and the overall practicality in installing renewable energy systems.

Feasibility studies are supported on a discretionary basis (cases of technical complexity or with innovative elements are preferred) up to a maximum of €5,000 for any project.

To register for the FREE event please email your full contact details to: renewables@reio.ie

For further information please contact:
Paul Dykes (Sustainable Energy Ireland)
T 023 8863393 E pauld@reio.ie

Web: www.sei.ie