Renewable Energy

John Hearne spoke to a number of independent energy experts to develop an impartial view of the main sustainable heating options.

John Hearne explains how truly low energy buildings can succeed or fail depending on how they engage with their occupants.

Up till now, the activities of semi-state energy companies like Bord na Móna, ESB & Bord Gais have not won the favour of environmentalists. Richard Douthwaite explains how that situation is destined to rapidly change, and exclusively reveals details of the ambitious new green direction being adopted by Bord na Móna.

Richard Douthwaite explores the best options available to solve the intermittency problem of wind energy and help Ireland to harness its famously abundant natural resources