Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council (dlr) welcomed over 200 residents, community groups and energy specialists to County Hall, Dún Laoghaire, on Saturday, 10 October for its Energy Upgrades at Home & in the Community event.

Organised by the dlr Architects and Energy Team, the showcase shared practical guidance to help reduce energy consumption and bills, boost comfort and efficiency in homes and community buildings, and navigate available grants and financial supports.

Attendees engaged directly with representatives from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), the Commission for Regulation of Utilities (CRU), SSE Airtricity One-Stop-Shop, CORE Credit Union, CODEMA Dublin’s Energy Agency and SEAI Sustainable Energy Communities, alongside a BER assessor. Three themed sessions covered home energy upgrades and finance options; everyday ways to save energy and money; and solar solutions for households and communities, including funding opportunities for community energy projects.

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An Cathaoirleach, Councillor Barry Saul, said: "Decarbonisation and improving the energy efficiency of our homes are areas where we can all make a contribution, but people need clear, practical information to make informed decisions. Bringing trusted experts together in one place gives residents the opportunity to ask questions, understand the supports available and identify the actions that are right for their homes and communities."

dlr has already surpassed the Government’s 2030 public sector energy-efficiency target of 50%, recording a 61% improvement by 2025. The Council has also cut carbon emissions by 29% and continues to work towards the national 2030 emissions-reduction target of 51%.