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About SEAI

SEAI is Ireland’s national sustainable energy authority. We work with householders, businesses, communities and government to create a cleaner energy future, in order to meet Ireland’s energy-related targets for 2030 and beyond, relating to energy sources, emissions, end use and efficiency.

 

In today’s fast-paced hospitality and food sector, energy efficiency isn’t just a sustainability goal—it’s a strategic advantage. Across Ireland, thousands of restaurants are discovering that cutting energy costs and reducing carbon emissions doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive.   But where do you start?

 

The first step is understanding your energy use. To support you and your team, SEAI has several free educational supports, to train, upskill and educate the non-energy expert:

Tool 1: SEAI Energy Academy

SEAI Energy Academy

The SEAI Energy Academy is a free, online, e-learning platform designed to help any business increase their energy efficiency and reduce their energy related costs.

 

Flexible, free online learning

The SEAI Energy Academy allows anyone to learn with short, interactive, animated modules. It’s mobile friendly and offers flexible, self-paced learning with access available 24/7.

 

Who should sign up

We encourage business owners, CEOs, managers, and facilities teams to join the SEAI Energy Academy and start learning. The SEAI Energy Academy courses are also a great way of engaging, up-skilling, and retaining staff.  Our courses can be implemented into any business’s sustainability strategy helping them embed energy efficiency across their organisation.

 

Subjects covered

Modules are available on a variety of subjects including:

  • Gas and Oil Bill Analysis
  • Business energy efficiency
  • Refrigeration Energy Efficiency
  • Fundamentals of Hot Water
  • Solar PV

 

Join the SEAI Energy Academy to view the full range of modules.

 

Learning level

There are no criteria to join the SEAI Energy Academy. Modules and courses are at an introductory level and are a mix of technical and non-technical subjects.

 

Time requirement

Modules: 15-20 mins
Courses: 2.5 hours

 

Assessment and certification

Each module includes an assessment and 75% is required to pass. Learners receive a Certificate of Completion upon completion of a course.

Tool 2: Introduction to Energy Management Training

Introduction to Energy Management Training

SEAI’s free ‘Introduction to Energy Management Training’ is a 2 hour online workshop, run by experienced energy advisors.

 

Who should attend

The workshop is aimed at the owners, senior managers and facilities managers of small and medium enterprises who have recently started out on their energy saving journey. Please note that this workshop has been developed specifically for SMEs and is not currently open to industry professionals or consultants.

 

Subjects covered

Using SEAI’s Energy Management Guide and Energy Management Workbook, the workshop will:

  • take you through the steps to implement an energy management plan
  • teach you the techniques to help make energy management second nature
  • help you to permanently lower your bills and protect your profits

 

Learning level

This workshop is an introduction to the topic and attendees are not required to have any preexisting knowledge of energy management.

 

Time requirement

The course consists of

  • 1 x 2 one-hour sessions, held in one afternoon.
  • + A pre-task of 1-2 hour approx

 

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How to register

Book to attend a training here

Why Upskill in Energy Management Now?

With rising energy costs and increasing pressure to meet environmental standards, there’s never been a better time to act. SEAI’s business supports are designed to remove barriers and make energy efficiency accessible to all. There are easy wins available in most businesses.

Don’t be put off by the prospect of needing to make large investments. The key is to start the process and reach out for support.

 

Take the First Step

Whether you’re a café owner, hotel manager, or restaurant, SEAI has a support pathway tailored to your needs.

Visit Business Energy Efficiency and Improvement | SEAI to explore your options, apply for grants, and start your journey toward lower energy bills and a more sustainable future.

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