Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 30 April 2024
162. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the criteria for householders to avail of energy saving interventions such as attic insulation, in their homes, particularly for those who are over 65 years; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19022/24]
View answer163. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the criteria for householders to avail of energy saving interventions in their homes, particularly for old-age pensioners; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19024/24]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 162 and 163 together.
My Department funds a number of grant schemes, administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) to support homeowners to improve the energy efficiency of their properties.
The National Home Energy Upgrade Scheme is available for homeowners wishing to avail of the complete home energy upgrade service provided through the one stop shops; the Community Energy Grant is available for homeowners seeking to carry out their deep retrofit as part of a community project; and the Better Energy Homes Scheme facilitates homeowners wishing to undertake home energy upgrades through a step-by-step approach. The Better Energy Warmer Homes Scheme delivers free energy efficiency improvements to the homes of people who are vulnerable to energy poverty who are in receipt of certain Department of Social Protection administered welfare payments. The range of schemes available allows homeowners to choose the best home upgrade option to suit their particular needs.
Homeowners can contact SEAI directly by phone at 01 808 2100 or by email info@seai.ie to learn more about the schemes and what they can apply for. This information can also be found on SEAI’S website: www.seai.ie/home-energy/home-upgrades/.
