A national campaign · March to November 2027
Skills for a Greener Workplace 2027
Short, funded programmes that help Irish businesses and their teams cut energy use, reduce waste and report on sustainability with confidence. Built with employers, delivered close to where you work.
- 6short programmes, from one day to eight weeks
- 12regional and online events across 2027
- 90%of course fees covered for member businesses
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Why now
Practical first steps, in working hours
Sustainability is becoming part of everyday work: in tenders, in supply chains and on the energy bill. The campaign makes the first steps practical.
Programmes
Six ways to start
Six programmes, each designed with employers in the sector it serves. Pick one for yourself or enrol a team.
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Introductory
Energy Use Essentials
Read a bill, find the quick wins and set up simple monthly tracking for a small site.
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Intermediate
Circular Operations
Map material flows, redesign one process for reuse and cut what goes to landfill.
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Intermediate
Greener Procurement
Write sustainability criteria into purchasing and answer the questions buyers now ask.
Register interest in Greener Procurement -
Practical
Retrofit for Trades
Practical insulation, ventilation and heat-pump readiness for construction crews.
Register interest in Retrofit for Trades -
Advanced
Sustainability Reporting Foundations
Gather the data, understand what has to be reported and produce a clear first statement.
Register interest in Sustainability Reporting Foundations -
Introductory
Leading the Change
Bring a team along: set targets, make the business case and keep momentum past year one.
Register interest in Leading the Change
Events
Meet us in person or online
Launch briefings, open workshops and online clinics. All events are free to attend; places are limited.
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Add to calendar: Campaign launch briefing, 11 March
Briefing
Campaign launch briefing
Hear how the programmes work, meet the network teams and book a place for your business.
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Add to calendar: Energy bill clinic, 24 March
Online clinic
Energy bill clinic
Bring a recent bill. A facilitator walks through tariffs, standing charges and where the savings usually are.
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Add to calendar: Circular operations open workshop, 15 April
Workshop
Circular operations open workshop
A hands-on day mapping material flows, with case studies from manufacturers in the south.
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Add to calendar: Greener procurement for small suppliers, 6 May
Workshop
Greener procurement for small suppliers
What buyers now ask suppliers, and how to answer it without a sustainability department.
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Add to calendar: Retrofit site day, 10 June
Practical
Retrofit site day
Live demonstrations of airtightness testing and heat-pump readiness checks for trades.
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Add to calendar: Sustainability reporting: first steps, 22 September
Webinar
Sustainability reporting: first steps
A lunchtime session for finance teams on what to gather now, ahead of next year's reporting cycle.
Partners
Delivered with member networks and partners
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- Member networkRegional network — North West
- Member networkRegional network — Midlands
- Member networkRegional network — South
- Industry partnerConstruction sector partner
- Industry partnerManufacturing sector partner
- Education partnerAccredited education partner
- Advisory partnerEnergy advice partner
- Enterprise partnerLocal enterprise partner
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Common questions from employers and learners. Each answer is written so it can stand on its own in search results.
Who can take part?
Anyone working in a business that is a member of a regional network, including owners, employees and sole traders. If your business isn't a member yet, joining is free for the duration of the campaign.
How much does it cost?
For member businesses, the network covers up to 90% of course fees. Online clinics, webinars and launch events are free for everyone.
Do I need any previous knowledge?
No. Introductory programmes assume no background. Intermediate and advanced programmes list what you should know on the programme page, and a short self-check helps you choose.
Can I enrol a whole team?
Yes. Team bookings of five or more get a dedicated start date, and the facilitator can use your own site or process as the case study.
Will I get a certificate?
Every programme ends with a digital certificate of completion. Longer programmes are mapped to recognised awards so the credits count towards further study.
What happens after I register interest?
Your regional network contacts you within five working days to talk through options, dates and funding. Registering interest doesn't commit you to anything.
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Register your interest
Tell us a little about you and we'll put you in touch with your regional network.
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