Sustainability initiatives in the news

As sustainability becomes central to Ireland’s built environment, our members are stepping forward with tangible, high-impact initiatives. From pioneering regulatory firsts, such as CSRD reporting, to deploying cutting-edge green technology—from Passive House developments to electric construction machinery—these efforts reflect a shared shift from ambition to measurable action in the race to Net Zero.

🏗️ 1. Glenveagh publishes CSRD-compliant report

Glenveagh has become the first Irish homebuilder to file under the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, with its 2024 Annual Report detailing material disclosures in areas such as climate change and biodiversity. 🔗 View the LinkedIn post

⭐ 2. Sisk achieves CDP ‘A’ rating

John Sisk & Son proudly announced receiving an ‘A’ score for CDP Climate 2024, securing the highest possible grade and marking a step up from their previous rating, part of their goal to become carbon neutral by 2030. 🔗 View the LinkedIn post

📣 3. John Paul Construction – 2025 Supply Chain Sustainability Summit

At their Supply Chain Summit held at The Curragh Racecourse, JPC brought together over 400 delegates from nearly 300 companies to showcase project progress, future ESG-led ambitions, and collective sustainability goals, featuring keynote addresses from Minister Jack Chambers TD and former All-Ireland winning manager Jim Gavin. 🔗 View the LinkedIn post

🌞 4. Jones Engineering: Solar PV system at Damastown

To mark World Environment Day, Jones Engineering unveiled a 70 kW solar PV system at their Damastown office, complete with real‑time energy monitoring—highlighting their commitment to on-site renewable energy deployment. 🔗 See the LinkedIn announcement

🔄 5. BAM: Pallet LOOP initiative

BAM UK & Ireland became the first principal contractor in Ireland to adopt the circular‑economy Pallet LOOP scheme with CJ Sheeran — their first batch of pallets has already been returned for reuse. 🔗 LinkedIn post by BAM

🏡 6. Cairn Homes: Passive House showcased in Pipers Square

Cairn Homes highlighted Pipers Square in Charlestown as the largest Passive House development in Europe (598 units), underscoring its ultra‑efficient, low‑energy design and long-term cost savings for residents. 🔗 See their post

🌿 7. Park Developments: Ellipse Logistics Campus for National Biodiversity Week

To mark National Biodiversity Week, Park Developments shared progress on their Ellipse Logistics Campus, featuring native planting, pollinator habitats, habitat ponds, and wildflower meadows that have flourished over the past year. 🔗 Check the LinkedIn update

🔋 8. Collen Construction deploys first 160-tonne electric crawler crane

Collen Construction introduced the Liebherr LR 1160.1 Unplugged, a 160‑tonne battery-powered crawler crane — one of the world’s first — projected to save 159 t CO₂ annually (equivalent to planting over 7,200 trees). 🔗 Read more on their site