As Ireland moves toward a net-zero carbon future, the country’s energy landscape is having a profound impact on construction, facilities management, and long-term economic development. From ambitious climate targets to the transition away from fossil fuels, the energy challenge is now a defining force in how we design, build, and manage our infrastructure. Meeting Ireland’s […]
Government Ministers officially launch the Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Action Plan and break ground on the National Demonstration Park for MMC. The event marked a major step in Ireland’s efforts to modernise construction practices, boost housing supply, and build the skilled workforce needed for the future. The MMC Action Plan, developed by the Department […]
The Irish government has unveiled a comprehensive MMC Action Plan, marking a pivotal shift in how buildings and especially housing will be designed and built in the coming years. Developed by DFHERIS in collaboration with industry, education, and government partners, the plan outlines 58 actions spread across eight strategic themes aimed at revolutionising construction practices […]
Minister for Housing, Heritage and Local Government, James Browne, has secured Cabinet approval to introduce retrospective payments under the Defective Concrete Blocks Grant Scheme, marking a significant step forward for affected homeowners. Legislation will now be fast-tracked to ensure that homeowners who have incurred eligible costs under the scheme since 29 March 2024 can benefit […]
The Government welcomes the publication of the National Economic and Social Council’s (NESC) report, Deepening Compact Growth in Ireland, which sets out clear evidence of the multiple benefits of compact urban development. Compact growth refers to encouraging more development within the existing footprints of cities, towns, and villages—through the creation of walkable neighbourhoods and the […]
The Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Skills Pathway Portfolio was launched at the National Construction Training Campus (NCTC) at Mount Lucas, Co Offaly. The MMC Skills Pathway Portfolio includes accredited courses, flexible online learning options, and a pipeline of new qualifications. These courses will help ensure that Ireland’s workforce has the skills needed to meet […]
The Update to the Report on the Analysis of Skills for Residential Construction & - Retrofitting 2023-2030 has been launched highlighting the productivity dividend from the expansion of Modern Methods of Construction. The Report contains detailed forecasts of the skills required to deliver an annual average of 50,000 new homes and retrofit an annual average […]
Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan and Minister of State James Lawless have welcomed the overall Exchequer allocation of €3.9 billion next year for the Department of Transport, an increase of over €480 million from 2024. The allocation comprises €2.9 billion of capital funding and €1 billion of current funding. This allocation in Budget 2025 means […]
Construct Innovate is Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation. Construct Innovate is part of Enterprise Ireland’s industry-led Technology Centre programme which aims to provide independent and evidence-based research through collaboration between industry members and research performing organisations. Construct Innovate’s brief focuses on devising solutions for key challenges faced by the construction and […]
Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Peter Burke TD, has announced he is making an additional allocation of €5 million in funding available to Construct Innovate, Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation. The funding is to enable a new programme of housing-focused research at the Centre under Housing for All commitments. The […]
