Authored by Marie Gillespie, Shaunagh Moodie, Pat O’Sullivan, and Rory McGuckin, AIB Sustainability Research | December 2024

This report examines the landscape of residential energy retrofits in Ireland, focusing on financial barriers, public awareness, and technical solutions. It features SEAI grant programs and AIB’s green financing options, including the SBCI Home Energy Upgrade Loan Scheme. Survey data reveals strong public interest tempered by affordability concerns. The report concludes with case studies and emerging retrofit technologies, advocating for a coordinated approach to make sustainable housing upgrades accessible and scalable.

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