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“After An Taoiseach‘s announcement of further measures to limit the spread of COVID-19, it is important to reassure the public that our sector has been recognised as essential. Forecourts will remain open. Deliveries of agricultural fuels and home heating oil will continue.”

If you’ve just moved house into a property with an oil central heating system then the first thing to recognise is that you are not alone. Up to 43% of homes in Ireland use oil for heating. You may have only experienced gas central heating up until now, so here are four things to know … Continued

Responding to AnTaoiseach’s announcement that all nonessential retail outlets must close to slow the spread of the Covid-19 virus, Irish Petroleum Industry Association members reassured customers that they will continue to operate the vital network of service stations, fuel Irish farms and businesses, heat homes and keep emergency and other vehicles on the road. CEO … Continued

The Irish Petroleum Industry Association (IPIA) has today, Monday, moved to reassure consumers that there will be no interruption in the supply of petrol, diesel and home-heating oil, to consumers or emergency vehicles, throughout the Covid-19 delay period and beyond. IPIA members, who provide 50% of the energy consumed in Ireland, have already put in … Continued

Winter is definitely here, bringing with it the typical Irish cold, wet weather. During this time of the year, people are likely to switch the heating on more often. It’s no surprise that running the heating on high non-stop pushes the cost sky high, but there’s no need to go broke staying warm! Almost 50% … Continued

Winter is almost here meaning it’s time to get out the big jumpers, enjoy plenty of hot drinks and turn the heating up! The change in weather means that most people need to make a few changes in their home to stop the heat from escaping and overspending. Here are 6 top tips to keep … Continued

As the colder weather starts to kick in, it is very easy to turn up the heating and hope for the best, however, this may result in a massive energy bill. While you won’t be able to avoid turning the heat on during the winter months, you should ensure that you are in control of … Continued

Going to university can be an exciting, yet daunting experience, especially if you choose to live away from home. For many, it is likely to be their first time living away from home however, with all this new independence comes responsibility, particularly when it comes to managing money. While it may be tempting to spend … Continued

While household energy bills are unavoidable, they can sometimes be an unnecessarily high expense each month as many people become complacent and forget to use energy saving methods throughout their home. For many people, making a number of small changes will allow them to reduce their energy usage and keep spending to a minimum. Although … Continued

During the summer months, as temperatures start to rise and the sun gets stronger, keeping your home at a comfortable temperature can be a challenge. The summer season is a time to be enjoyed in and out of the home, so having a selection of ideas on how to keep those hot days at bay … Continued