Four-day energy and retrofit roadshow in Tullamore
Offaly County Council, in collaboration with the LOETB Mount Lucas and SEAI, is bringing the Mount Lucas Retrofitting rig to Tullamore from June 4 to June 7.
The rig is a fully-equipped mobile NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) unit that allows training on energy upgrades and retrofitting. It will be parked in the Bridge Centre car park over the course of the four days.
A range of formal and informal training sessions will be delivered from the mobile NZEB rig, while Tullamore Library will host NZEB Fundamental Awareness one day course (City & Guilds) and Age Friendly Climate Conversations, suitable for over 60s, with Jacinta Barrins on Friday, June 7.
The road show will advise participants on the principles and practices needed to effectively retrofit homes to reduce energy demand and carbon emissions while improving comfort and saving money.
Chief Executive of Offaly County Council Anna Marie Delaney outlined: "The four-day road show will provide an excellent opportunity for homeowners, construction workers, community groups and individuals to learn more about retrofitting and energy saving.”
The week provides several opportunities for the public to drop in for a chat with LOETB subject matter experts who will explain about the different types of retrofitting options available. Colleagues from SEAI will also be present to offer advice on grants schemes and energy efficient measures. All events are free of charge.
Schedule of Workshops available in the Rig:
· Retrofit for Homeowners - reading your BER Report
10am to 12pm on Wednesday and Thursday
6pm to 8pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
· SEAI present grants and energy saving tips in the home
2pm to 4pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
· Drop in Clinics – Walk in and speak to the Experts
12pm to 2pm and 4pm to 6pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Tullamore Library will also deliver the following energy information events, but participants must prebook in advance for these activities:
10am to 5.30pm, Thursday : NZEB Fundamental Awareness Course (City & Guilds approved)
10am to 12pm, Friday : Age Friendly Climate Conversations with Jacinta Barrins (suitable for over 60s)
To book your free place at the events in Tullamore Library or to discuss any queries you may have, please email climate@offalycoco.ie