SEAI announce Deep Retrofit Pilot Programme
The SEAI have just announced the Deep Retrofit Pilot programme to tackle the challenge presented by the existing housing stock in Ireland, which continues to pose one of our greatest energy efficiency challenges.. A considerable portion of the current building stock performs poorly when compared against a building built to the current standards.
With government funding of €5 million allocated for 2017 to support this pilot, the SEAI is inviting applications for funding for deep retrofit projects in the residential market for dwellings constructed prior to 2006.
Deep retrofit is the significant upgrade of a building toward nearly zero energy requirements where it is practically feasible and achievable. Rather than upgrading isolated parts of the house, the whole home should be assessed as a system, looking at how energy is used and retained. For further details check out the link below or contact your local authority, local energy agency or community group. Applications will not be accepted from individual homeowners.
