Energy-efficient homes a priority

Donal Hickey on why we need to make energy savings.

WITH soaring oil prices and electricity bills for the home, not to mention the dreaded ‘r” word, householders have rarely been in a more receptive mood when it comes to taking on ideas that ease the pressure on their pockets.

Already, the Government is offering incentives to build more energy-efficient houses, a trend that will certainly continue — even if oil prices come down again.