Plans Backed Up For Climate Neutral Building Sector In Ireland

Residential homes make up a quarter of Ireland's supply.

Plans are being backed to help Ireland introduce a climate neutral building sector by 2050.

Residential homes account for a quarter of Ireland’s supply and are also responsible for 29% of energy-related greenhouse gas emissions.

Ongoing discussions are taking place in the European Parliament this week to see how Ireland’s target to retrofit almost 30% of the residential housing stock and the installation of over 400,000 heat pumps can be achieved.

Speaking in Strasbourg today Fine Gael Ireland South MEP, Sean Kelly, says the rollout of financial support will play a huge role in ensuring its success:

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