Changes to insulation scheme could omit low income homes
A Leitrim councillor is warning that any changes to the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland grant scheme will leave lower-income households out in the cold. Homeowners could be facing costs of up to €4,000 insulation costs upfront rather than having their builder claim back grant for those looking to…
Sligo Councillor calls for establishment of local SEAI one stop shop
Concerns are being expressed that a lack of information on sustainable energy is resulting in many people across the north west not being able to insulate their homes. Ballymote Tubbercurry Councillor Dara Mulvey is calling for Sligo to be selected as a location for a SEAI ONE STOP SHOP…
Waiting times for warmer homes schemes are unacceptable
A Sligo Councillor is raising issues with the waiting time for people availing of the Warmer Home Scheme. A backlog with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) means some are waiting upwards of two years for essential works to be carried out in their home. The…