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Full list of 28 Irish schools selected for major energy retrofits this summer
28 schools across Ireland are to undergo extensive energy and decarbonisation retroworks, Minister for Education and Youth Helen McEntee announced today.
The works are to be completed as part of an €86 million investment from the department's REPowerEU Pathfinder Programme, which aims to improve the efficiency of Ireland's schools, while also helping the country to achieve its stated climate targets.
"This is a hugely positive development for each of the schools, making them more comfortable for their students and staff," said Minister McEntee.
"It is also a clear sign of our commitment to delivering modern, climate-conscious school environments and making real progress on national climate goals."
Each school selected for the works will be retrofitted to score a Building Energy Rating (BER) of at least B - achieved by installing energy-efficient LED lighting, heat pumps and mechanical heat recovery ventilation. Additionally, each school's airtightness will be improved upon, and electric car charging points will be installed at each location.
24 of the 28 schools are also receiving additional electrical upgrades from ESB Networks, in order to better handle the new decarbonised heat pump systems.
'We are deeply grateful to all 40 schools that participated in the planning and design stages of the programme for their proactive engagement, cooperation, and support throughout this process," said McEntee.
"Their participation has been essential to the success of the programme to date and we fully acknowledge the commitment and effort shown by each school community."
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