Ireland has set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fulfil international climate change mitigation commitments. Enhancing energy efficiency in traditional buildings is crucial to achieving these goals.

While retrofitting buildings for energy efficiency is essential, it is important to respect the integrity of our traditional structures when implementing changes. Most historic and traditional buildings can have their energy performance improved, ensuring they remain viable and functional for the future.

The goal is to keep traditional buildings in use, allowing them to continue providing comfortable, safe places to live and work.

This guidance aims to offer clear and robust advice to specifiers and installers, while also being accessible to a broader audience.

Link to document: https://www.gov.ie/pdf/?file=https://assets.gov.ie/279129/adb2c10d-86d7-4632-8368-65faba79ad22.pdf#page=null