As energy costs soar, so too does the demand for the type of innovative energy-saving solutions being developed by Dublin start-up company Wattics, which aims to revolutionise this market.

Sustainable, low-carbon food production is vital for Ireland’s clean image and also cuts business costs, according to 120 food and drink industry chief executives gathered in the UCD Michael Smurfit School of Business yesterday to launch a Bord Bia-led programme.