Whether you are upgrading a home in Galway or scaling an SME in Wexford, energy efficiency is both a cost priority and a comfort priority. Ireland Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme, or EEOS, helps fund the changes that make the biggest difference. Think of better insulation, smarter heating, efficient lighting, and process improvements that permanently lower energy use. The best way to access that support is to work with a seasoned obligated energy supplier. Calor Ireland stands out as the partner who can plan, fund, and validate your project from first call to final credit.
EEOS in a nutshell and why you should care
EEOS requires major energy suppliers and distributors to deliver a set amount of energy savings each year by helping customers complete efficiency upgrades. When your project is completed and verified, the supplier earns energy credits and shares that value with you through funding, discounts, or expert support. It is a practical and results based system. Upgrades that truly reduce energy use unlock support while box ticking does not.
What kinds of projects are eligible
*For homeowners. Attic or cavity insulation, high efficiency heating including LPG condensing boilers or hybrid systems for off grid properties, smart heating controls, and cylinder or pipework upgrades that improve comfort and lower bills
*For businesses. LED relamps with controls, BMS optimisation, variable speed drives, refrigeration efficiency upgrades, process heat optimisation, and heat recovery. These measures reduce operating costs, improve resilience, and support ESG reporting
Why Calor is the right partner for Irish upgrades
*Obligated party status with deep EEOS delivery experience. Calor understands the evidence and measurement you need to qualify for credits and guides you through it
*Leadership off the gas grid. For homes and sites beyond the natural gas network, Calor LPG and BioLPG and hybrid solutions open efficient pathways where mains gas is not an option
*One team from start to finish. From scoping and contractor management to the final validation pack, Calor keeps projects moving and compliant so your support does not get lost in paperwork
The homeowner path that keeps things simple
1.Talk to Calor about your home, comfort issues, and any previous upgrades
2.Survey and plan. A quick assessment identifies the best value measures for Irish conditions such as insulation plus smart controls
3.Funding proposal. You receive a clear offer showing the EEOS contribution and your expected outlay
4.Install. Approved contractors complete the works to scheme standards
5.Evidence and validation. Calor assembles photos, invoices, and commissioning records. Once validated, the savings are credited under EEOS and you enjoy a warmer and cheaper to run home
The business path designed around operations
1.Discovery and data. Calor reviews bills, plant lists, and operating hours to baseline usage
2.Measure selection. LED with controls, variable speed drives, refrigeration improvements, and heat recovery are common first wave wins. Deeper process heat follows
3.Commercials and phasing. Multi site or multi measure portfolios can be staged to minimise downtime and bring forward EEOS value
4.Delivery. Calor coordinates contractors, method statements, and health and safety
5.Measurement and claim. Sub metering and commissioning evidence support validation. Credits are then claimed under EEOS
Documentation what you need and why it matters
EEOS is performance based. That means evidence is everything.
*Before works. Bills or metered data, photos, and a clear scope definition
*During works. Installation records and product data sheets
*After works. Commissioning sheets, final invoices, and as built photos
Clean packs speed validation and reduce audit queries. Calor leads this so you do not have to.
Timelines, costs, and practical tips
*Engage early. If you install first and talk later, you risk missing out because the project was not arranged under the scheme. Always contact Calor before placing orders
*Bundle measures. Pair quick wins such as LED and controls with higher impact fabric or heating upgrades to maximise savings and support
*Think metering. For bespoke industrial savings, plan sub metering upfront. It is cheaper and more reliable than trying to retrofit data capture later
*Mind the seasons. Heating works are easier outside peak winter. Refrigeration projects may need temporary plant, so factor this into phasing
For property investors and multi site owners
If you manage a portfolio such as rental homes, retail units, hospitality, or light manufacturing, EEOS can be optimised at portfolio level. Calor can sequence upgrades to align with lease cycles and planned refurbishments, maintaining trading while compressing paybacks. For landlords, higher BER ratings can improve tenant appeal and long term asset value. For SMEs, lower operating costs feed directly into margin and pricing power.
How EEOS relates to other Irish supports
EEOS can sit alongside certain grants where the rules allow and where the obligated party is material to the savings. Calor will clarify what can and cannot be combined in your case and will structure the project accordingly.
If you are investing in Irish housing or scaling a business, the smartest way to reduce energy costs is to partner with an obligated supplier that delivers outcomes. Calor Ireland will scope your project, secure EEOS support, manage installation, and handle the evidence so your savings are verified and bankable.
Start the conversation here : Calor Ireland Energy Efficiency Obligation Scheme