€10,000 Energy awards launched

Building professionals are being urged to submit their most energy efficient designs to the Isover Energy Efficiency Awards (EEA) with the winner receiving €10,000.

Following a shift towards low energy demand buildings, the EEA are looking for an Irish representative for the main European Awards ceremony in Madrid, May 2011.

The winner will also be profiled in the internationally-distributed Isover ‘Best Of’ book.

According to Mr. Kieran Holohan of ISOVER Ireland, the awards are designed to celebrate Ireland’s most energy efficient renovation and new construction projects.

Mr. Holohan said: “The ISOVER Energy Efficiency Awards reflect two environmental issues that are at the very heart of our core objectives – protection of the environment in the face of climate change, and enhancing the quality of and physical comfort in the buildings where we work and live.”

“New building regulations coupled with a change in consumer behaviour and attitudes has led to a significant increase in the number of renovation and construction projects embracing energy efficient design,” he continued.

“Not only will this new awards scheme honour those who have excelled in the energy efficient building sector but it will also allow scheme participants to exchange and share knowledge and experience in the field.”

“ISOVER Ireland is confident that this will help to highlight the importance of improving the energy performance of our buildings and, subsequently, the inhabitants’ quality of life”, added Holohan.

Projects entered in the competition must be fully completed by December 2010 and not more than 5 years old.

Closing date for entries October 8th 2010, with the awards taking place at the end of the year.

Entries can be made at www.isover-eea.com