Workshop: SEAI EXEED Certified Grant Scheme

Members of the Evia team attended an SEAI-hosted online workshop this morning focused on the EXEED Grant Programme. This grant supports organisations in delivering excellence in energy-efficient design and implementation, helping unlock significant long-term savings across commercial assets.

The session provided valuable insight into the key components of a successful EXEED project, including:

✔️ The Project Execution Plan

✔️ The Energy Balance Study

✔️ The Challenge and Analyse Process

✔️ The Register of Energy Savings

These workshops are a great opportunity to engage directly with the EXEED team and gain a clearer understanding of the templates and processes that support the efficient review and approval of grant funding.

Our participation ensures we remain aligned with best practice, enabling us to support clients in accessing SEAI funding and delivering energy efficiency projects that are technically robust, commercially viable, and fully integrated with broader asset management strategies.

If you’re considering applying for EXEED funding or would like to explore its potential for your project, we’d be happy to support you.

Morgan James DanielaContreras

 

Welcome to the Team Daniela Contreras

𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬: 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞!🌟

We’re delighted to announce that Daniela Contreras has joined the Evia team as a Building Energy Performance Consultant.

Daniela is a qualified Industrial Engineer with an MSc in Industrial Engineering and a Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering Management. She brings hands-on experience in delivering retrofit and energy efficiency projects across both Ireland and Spain. Her background spans the full lifecycle of deep retrofit projects, photovoltaic solar system design, EV charging infrastructure, and energy auditing for a wide range of asset types.

With a data-driven mindset, strong technical expertise, and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, Daniela is a fantastic addition to our growing team. Her appointment further strengthens our ability to deliver practical, measurable, and strategic sustainability improvements across our clients’ portfolios.

Welcome to the team, Daniela!

2025 Charity Partnership – Seal Rescue Ireland

We are proud to announce that Seal Rescue Ireland is one of our charity partners for 2025. Their outstanding work involves rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing injured or stranded seals along Ireland’s coastline, while also raising crucial awareness about ocean conservation.

Last Friday, Adam Merriman and Morgan James visited Seal Rescue Ireland to meet the dedicated team and see the pool that we proudly sponsored. During their visit, they also had the pleasure of meeting Sunny (also known as Sun Star), our adopted seal.

Sunny was rescued on 7th January from Clare Island Beach in County Mayo. At the time of his rescue, he was extremely underweight—only 17kg—and was congested with several minor injuries on his back flippers and head. Thanks to the expert care provided by Seal Rescue Ireland, Sunny is now thriving and is scheduled to be released in the coming weeks.

Seal Rescue Ireland’s commitment to seal care and education is commendable. Their dedicated work not only safeguards these amazing creatures but also provides communities with valuable insights into marine conservation.

We look forward to supporting Seal Rescue Ireland in 2025 and beyond! To learn more about their vital work and discover how you can get involved, please visit their website at www.sealrescueireland.org

𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝗮𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸

We’re proud to share the success of a recently completed Energy Improvement Pathway project at Naas Retail Park. This project focused on upgrading the common area lighting system to a 100% LED lighting setup as part of a revised lighting strategy. The initiative delivered substantial energy savings, enhanced lighting levels across key areas, and significantly improved the customer journey by creating a safer, more inviting environment.

🔑 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀:

• 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Leveraged insights from our energy monitoring platform to develop a strategy that reduced energy consumption and enabled informed, data-driven decisions.
• 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆: Achieved an approximate 37% reduction in electricity demand, tracking at approximately 4,300 kWh of energy savings for January compared to the previous year.
• 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Developed a lighting controls strategy using data from the Evia Insights platform. Installed timer controls and override switches to optimise energy usage while maintaining essential security lighting during off-peak hours.
• 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: LED units improved visibility across key areas, including the main carpark, service yards, and walkways. Additionally, new feature lighting along the central walkway created a safe and inviting route from the car park to the retail units.
• 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: Restored façade lighting to its original design with upgraded fittings, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality. Improved occupier signage visibility further strengthened brand presence.

This project aligns with the Retail Park Owners, Asset Managers, and Property Managers’ dedication to energy efficiency. By creating a safe, sustainable, and welcoming environment, the initiative has reduced energy consumption, minimised maintenance needs, and extended the lighting system’s operational lifespan.

🚀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀:

· Secured energy credits, validating the project’s financial and environmental benefits.
· Delivered on time and within budget.
· Enhanced the experience for owners, occupiers, customers, and visitors.
· Reduced operational costs and environmental footprint.
We extend our thanks to Sigma Retail Partners and Bannon for their invaluable support and collaboration throughout this project.

Irish Green Building Council Event 2024

Our Managing Director, Adam Merriman, and Morgan James were delighted to attend this event hosted by the Irish Green Building Council (IGBC).

This event was a call to action for policymakers to prioritise sustainable construction practices while addressing issues around cost of living, nature, and climate. By focusing on green and sustainable building, we can transform residential spaces across Ireland into healthier, low-carbon environments, supporting both climate goals and an improved quality of life.

The IGBC presented a comprehensive policy framework, urging politicians to implement strategies that drive greener renovations, support energy efficiency, and promote buildings with lower environmental impacts.

The IGBC policy closely aligns with our commitment to advancing our clients’ ESG objectives through measurable, efficient, and cost-effective strategies.

Many thanks to Irish Green Building Council and Ellen McElligott Gill, MPA for organising the event, and Philip Lee LLP for hosting.

Photo taken from: IGBC

Proud Sponsor of the Newcastle Duathlon Community Day 2024

We’re delighted to have supported this year’s Newcastle Duathlon Community Day in Co. Wicklow! The event has become a key date in the local calendar, bringing together the local community for a fantastic day of activity, camaraderie, and giving back.

The funds raised from the event will make a meaningful impact, supporting several vital local organisations, including the Newcastle GAA Club and Newcastle First Responders. Their work is essential to the community’s health, safety, and well-being, and we’re happy to play a role in helping these organisations continue their invaluable efforts.

Congratulations to everyone who took part, from the dedicated participants to the incredible volunteers who made it all happen.

Energy Efficiency in action at Naas Retail Park

Energy Efficiency in action at Naas Retail Park!

Here’s a snapshot from our energy monitoring platform, showing live 5-minute interval data as we test our revised lighting strategy for the park. We’re already seeing promising results, with a 153 kWh reduction in energy consumption from 12:00 midnight to 6:30 am.

This real-time data enables us to measure the value of the initiatives and validate the energy savings achieved. It also allows us to fine-tune our approach to optimising energy performance and minimising unnecessary energy use.

This project is set to complete this week, and we look forward to sharing a full case study on our approach and results.

Jargon Buster Series

Our Jargon Buster Series is live on our website! 🌿 Stay informed and check out our latest acronyms here.

Proud to Support Rathangan GAA Juveniles!

We are excited to announce our sponsorship of Rathangan GAA Juveniles Club with a brand-new set of jerseys! At Evia, we are dedicated to supporting local communities, and we believe there’s no better way than inspiring the next generation of athletes.

The juvenile club is also fortunate to have our very own Ger Clarke as a proud member!

Wishing Ger and the club the best of luck!!👏

Energy Monitoring Platform Snapshot

Please see a recent snapshot from our energy monitoring platform, highlighting electricity consumption trends for a retail park we manage.

Our system continuously learns the asset’s energy patterns over time and alerts us when usage falls outside of the expected trend. As shown in the section circled in green, there was a notable deviation in consumption between 12:00 noon and 4:00 pm. Fortunately, this increase was planned as part of testing new strategies for an ongoing energy improvement project.

By leveraging this technology, we can identify unusual energy usage in real-time, optimise performance, and ensure that all actions contribute to our client’s energy reduction goals.

If it’s not measured, it’s not managed!