A & L Goodbody
A&L Goodbody is one of Ireland’s premier corporate law firms. Our Belfast based lawyers, together with colleagues from our Dublin, London and New York offices provide a comprehensive full service, across every facet of business law including: banking & financial services, commercial property, corporate & commercial, employment, energy & natural resources, EU & competition, intellectual property & information technology, litigation & dispute resolution, projects (PFI/PPP) & construction and restructuring & insolvency.
A&L Goodbody is a leading law firm in the Renewable Energy Sector with market leading specialists in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and is actively involved in new significant developments in this dynamic and evolving industry having acted for international and domestic developers, financial institutions, utilities, government entities, funds, equity houses, system operators/owners and industry associations.
Ardminnan
Ardminnan is a family business who build family homes. Based in County Down, and building all over UK and Ireland, their aim is simple: to create individual, ecologically friendly homes that embody the very best in innovation and engineering principles at a realistic and affordable cost.
Every Ardminnan home incorporates superb energy efficiency (up to one sixth of the heating requirement of a typical UK home) which is key to reducing carbon emissions. Ardminnan have found that this reduction in the need for fossil fuel energy sets the stage perfectly for alternative renewable energy. The company pass the latest renewable technology benefits to their customers, and are currently undertaking a research study with the University of Ulster based on the best products available in the design of plumbing systems.
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Ardminnan is a family business who build family homes. Based in County Down, and building all over UK and Ireland, their aim is simple: to create individual, ecologically friendly homes that embody the very best in innovation and engineering principles at a realistic and affordable cost. |
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Every Ardminnan home incorporates superb energy efficiency (up to one sixth of the heating requirement of a typical UK home) which is key to reducing carbon emissions. Ardminnan have found that this reduction in the need for fossil fuel energy sets the stage perfectly for alternative renewable energy. The company pass the latest renewable technology benefits to their customers, and are currently undertaking a research study with the University of Ulster based on the best products available in the design of plumbing systems. |
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B9 Organic Energy
B9 Organic Energy have evolved from the B9 family of companies most commonly known for the production of renewable energy from wind farms in Ireland, UK and more recently, Canada. B9 Organic Energy Ltd has been set up specifically to develop the vast reserves of renewable energy embedded in organic matter. This organic matter is more commonly known as organic waste or can be specifically grown as energy crops.
The energy potential can be tapped into by the natural process of anaerobic digestion (AD). This natural process is essentially the action of naturally occurring bacteria which break down the organic waste into biogas or natural gas and is most commonly found at landfill sites where it is called landfill gas.
Belfast Harbour
Established in 1847, Belfast Harbour is Belfast’s port authority and operates the principal maritime gateway on the island of Ireland. The harbour estate covers an area of 2,000 acres representing 20% of Belfast City area and is also Northern Ireland’s logistics and distribution hub and home to major businesses including Microsoft, Harland & Wolff, Capita, CitiGroup and Bombardier.
The 400 year-old history of the Port in Belfast is inextricably linked with the development and progress of the City of Belfast. Throughout the centuries, the Port’s history recognises the importance of the foresight and bold vision of previous generations of Trustees, Operators and Commissioners in creating the basis of the modern Port.
brites
brites is a heating fuel locally made by Balcas, based in Enniskillen. Firmly established as the largest producer of wood pellets in the UK and Ireland, brites offer quality, price-stability and sustainability on a national scale direct to customer’s doors. Wood pellets are a locally available fuel that will reduce carbon emissions to the atmosphere and help combat climate change. Over 4100 commercial and residential customers now rely on brites, delivered in bulk or tipped loads, as a convenient and green fuel for their heating and hot water.
Dimplex Renewables
For Dimplex Renewables, there is nothing new about Renewables, We have been building heat pumps for over 30 years, and constant innovation across a global network of research and development facilities, including our Global Energy Centre in Dunleer, Co. Louth, and Renewable Technology Lab in Portadown, has enabled us to become a global leader in the renewable heating sector.
With one of the widest ranges of renewable products available that includes heat pumps, solar-thermal water heating systems, heat recovery ventilation systems, SmartRads, unvented cylinders, and cutting-edge smart controls which optimise the performance of all of these technologies once installed. Dimplex Renewables continues to expand its portfolio to meet the needs of its customers in both domestic and commercial markets.
Dimplex renewables have a state of the art training and sales facility in Craigavon, production facilities for Heat pumps in Newry, Solar and Cylinders in Portadown, along with R&D in Portadown and Dunleer.
ESBIE Electric Ireland
A company within the ESB Group, ESB Independent Energy (ESBIE) was established in January 2000 to compete in the liberalised electricity markets and build long-term relationships with customers.
Since their foundation, ESBIE continues to provide top quality service ensuring they remain your number one electricity supplier of choice throughout the island of Ireland. As part of the ESB International Group, ESBIE have the unique advantage of having access to their own power generation capacity, Dublin Bay Power Plant in the Republic, Coolkeeragh in Northern Ireland and various renewable sources throughout the country. Their continued investment in a variety of power sources and technologies underpins their commitment to their customers.
firmus energy
firmus energy is a subsidiary of Bord Gáis Éireann, which has been supplying natural gas, safely and efficiently, to more than 1/2 million customers in Ireland over the last 20 years.
The company is based in Antrim, one of the ten towns outside Belfast to which they will be bringing natural gas for the first time. They use local customer service staff and towns engineers to ensure their customers get the best possible service and support.
Further information on firmus is contained in a short presentation available to download in pdf format, by clicking here.
Geothermal Energy Ltd
Geothermal Energy Ltd is based in Rathcoole, Co Dublin, and are the first Irish company to focus on deep geothermal energy resources incorporating the exploration, development, and generation of these resources. The Company was established to explore, lead and drive opportunities in the geothermal renewable energy section.
They aim to identify and develop deep geothermal energy resources as heat or power products and to demonstrate the commercial and environmental benefits of such ventures.
Gilbert-Ash
Gilbert-Ash has its origins at the beginning of the last century with the formation of the family construction firm, P. Carvill & Sons in Warrenpoint, Co. Down. The main office is now in Belfast which is the centre of the contracting operations, however there is still a branch in Warrenpoint.
An associated company Gilbert-Ash Fitout Ltd, is responsible for smaller building projects and maintenance, refurbishment and shopfitting. It has also carried out several contracts in Europe and further afield.
Today the company is steered by a young, dynamic and ambitious management team, poised to lead the company into the future.
Graham
GRAHAM operates in the construction, asset management and project investment sectors. In successful operation for over 200 years adapting to our challenging and ever changing world, GRAHAM are responding to global climate change by adopting renewable technologies that don’t cost the earth.
We deliver innovative solutions to projects regardless of size, scope and complexity. Our business remains focused on sustainability, where we are building and maintaining infrastructures and facilities in the most energy efficient and cost effective manner.
Our new company head office which we designed and built to latest international environmental standards, that of BREEAM Excellent, serves as a flagship of sustainable solution design. Awarded ‘Most Sustainable Building 2010’ by Sustainable Ireland, ‘Sustainable Building Project 2009’ by Action Renewables, and runner up in the International Sustainability Awards alongside the New Portrait Gallery, Sydney, demonstrates not only our commitment to a sustainable future but our ability to meet challenges and deliver innovations along the way. http://www.graham.co.uk/homepage/
Linton Robinson
Linton & Robinson Ltd are a mult-divisional group covering different sectors of environmental and
domestic uses. Our customers include the private sector, central and local government and the
farming communities. We specialise in dairy & slurry equipment including storage and treatment, renewable energy systems including solar thermal, biomass and wind, supplies of
gardening equipment, tools, workwear and spares and we also supply home furnishings, electrical and nursery goods.
Established in 1954 Linton & Robinson has grown to become a well respected supplier and installer.
We are renowned for practical management, professional expertise and quality service levels within
the different divisions. Our commitment to sustainability offers our customers quality of service.
Manufacturing Northern Ireland
Manufacturing Northern Ireland represents almost 500 manufacturers throughout Northern Ireland. Formed in 2002 as the Northern Ireland Manufacturing Focus Group to oppose the introduction of business rates for manufacturers, the group ran a very high profile campaign and succeeded in having industrial rating capped at 30%, saving the Provinces manufacturers over £40m each year. Members range from light and heavy engineering to food processors and furniture manufacturers.
The association has since been renamed and lobbies Government on a range of issues including industrial rating, energy costs, local business taxation and banking which together add to the cost of doing business in Northern Ireland. We offer advice to members on a range of issues and hold occasional seminars in a range of locations on topics such as sustainable technologies and skills training with a variety of partners such as Carbon Trust, Invest NI and DEL .
National Trust
The National Trust is a conservation charity founded in 1895 to protect special places and ensure that people had the opportunity to enjoy them.  Today the Trust has over 56, 000 members in Northern Ireland and a total membership of over 4 million making it Europe’s largest environmental and conservation body. The charity has been active in Northern Ireland since 1936 and from small beginning has grown a conservation movement which owns, protects and provides public access to 40 square miles of scenic countryside and around 120 miles of the magnificent Northern Ireland Coastline.Â
The National Trust has also set a target to reduce consumption of fossil fuels for heat and electricity by 50% by 2020, i.e. by 2020 we plan to meet 50% of our energy requirements from renewable sources. We are well on the way with a number of our larger oil consumers already switched over to biomass.
Obelisk
Obelisk Energy are a nationwide supplier of high quality renewable energy solutions and services in Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland, UK and further afield. Our capabilities in Wind Energy encompass the full cycle of feasibility studies, wind analysis (through our sister company Wind Measurement International WMI UK), design, planning, tower construction, turbine erection and supply, grid connection and project management and maintenance.
RES
Wind power is now the world’s fastest growing energy source and a vital part of mankind’s response to the twin challenges of global warming and security of future energy supplies. The Renewable Energy Systems (RES) group is one of the world’s leading renewable energy developers, working across the globe to develop, construct and operate projects that contribute to our goal of a sustainable future.
Based in the UK, and with offices in Larne, RES has been an established presence at the forefront of the wind energy industry for two decades. Today companies within the RES Group are operating internationally across three continents. As one of the world’s leading wind energy companies, their work to develop, build and run wind farms is contributing to national renewable energy targets and to a sustainable future for us all.
Further information on RES is contained in a short presentation available to download in pdf format, by clicking here.
South Eastern Regional College
South Eastern Regional College (SERC) is one of the top 30 UK Colleges aiming to be in the top 20 worldwide by 2020. SERC work with over 1,000 businesses across Ireland delivering training, product prototyping, business improvement consultancy, and staffing solutions. Our core business is to provide the skills and knowledge which companies need to overcome barriers to success and to compete successfully in the global economy.
SERC’s award winning Environmental Skills Centre is a hub for specialist training in sustainable development and energy renewable technologies. This includes areas like Heat Pump Installation, Biomass and Solar Technologies, Energy Assessment, Wave and Tidal Energy, Deep Geothermal Power, Energy Storage and Passive and Zero Carbon Homes.
Companies such as Ferroli, Dimplex Group and Baxi partner with SERC. SERC work closely with bodies such as Global Maritime Alliance, BPEC, and Action Renewables.
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive
The Northern Ireland Housing Executive is a non-departmental public body. NIHE are also one of the province’s largest public sector organisations. With a budget of over £600m and a staff of over 3,000 they make a substantial contribution to better health, education and wellbeing through housing.
Todd Architects
Established in 1976, Todd Architects has grown to become one of the leading practices in the UK and Ireland.
The company has developed architectural expertise and ability in a wide range of sectors and project sizes: from basic architectural requirement to complex buildings of high technological content and major developments of visual, environmental and commercial significance.
In addition to the core discipline of architecture, Todd Planning provides key expertise in town planning, urban design, masterplanning either as part of an integrated service or as a stand alone planning commission.
Tughans
As one of Northern Ireland’s largest commercial law firms, Tughans provides expertise across the full range of legal business services, including corporate, commercial property, environment and planning, banking and finance, dispute resolution and employment law. Tughans is actively involved in the Renewable Energy sector, advising businesses on issues as diverse as funding or financial incentives for renewables projects, planning applications and consents for new installations and commercial agreements for start-up technology companies.