From 24 May 2026, Ireland’s Building Energy Rating (BER) system is getting a significant update. Designed to align with the EU’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), the new scale simplifies how energy performance is communicated making it clearer for homeowners, buyers, and tenants alike.

For KORE Retrofit, this change is more than just a new label it’s an opportunity to better communicate performance, value, and the pathway to an energy-efficient home.

Funding Available for Vacant “Above the Shop” Properties | What You Need to Know

Vacant and underused spaces above shops are a common sight in towns across Ireland. However, new and enhanced grant supports are making it more viable than ever to bring these spaces back into use.

Property owners now have access to significant local authority funding, alongside additional energy upgrade grants, to help convert these properties into modern, efficient homes.

Discover how SEAI Home Energy Grants 2025 can help you upgrade your home with insulation, heating upgrades, solar panels, and deep retrofits. Learn about eligibility, grant amounts, and the application process.

A Building Energy Rating (BER) is essential for homeowners, buyers, and landlords in Ireland. Learn how it's calculated, why it matters, and how improving your rating can lower energy bills, increase property value, and unlock grant opportunities.

Learn how to find your MPRN for home energy upgrades. Discover where to locate your Meter Point Reference Number (MPRN) for grants, retrofits, and energy supplier switches.

The Warmth & Wellbeing Pilot Scheme aimed to improve energy efficiency and health outcomes for households in Dublin. This initiative provided deep retrofits to homes, reducing energy costs and improving comfort levels. Learn how KORE played a key role in delivering sustainable solutions.