Report finds consumer fatigue is impacting sustainability progress

The global energy crisis and cost-of-living challenges continue to impact Irish households, with 69% of Irish consumers saying they can’t absorb a bill increase of 10%

The latest EY ‘Energy transition consumer insights’ report surveyed 23,000 residential energy consumers across 21 countries and found 78% of Irish consumers who say they are doing as much as they can to be sustainable at this time.File picture

As the sustainable energy transition enters a crucial new phase, momentum is at risk of slipping amongst Irish and global consumers. 

While households say they are more interested than ever in sustainability and the potential of a clean energy future, only three in 10 feel they can do more at this time to be more sustainable. With 70% of the expected benefits of the energy transition to be driven by changes in consumer consumption, re-engaging households is seen as key to continued success.