people trained through workshops and clinics
local authority staff and elected members upskilled
EU and national training sessions delivered
years of experience translating expertise into action

Powering Sport with

Sustainable Energy

Sports clubs and leisure facilities are at the heart of communities — but they are also among the most energy-intensive buildings. Highlighting, heating and hot water demands mean costs can spiral, while emissions remain high.

At Tipperary Energy Agency (TEA), we help sports organisations, leisure centres, swimming pools and GAA clubs reduce energy use, cut running costs and deliver healthier, more sustainable facilities. As a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, our advice is independent, impartial and focused on outcomes.

We have vast experience working with GAA clubs and county boards, as well as tennis and athletic clubs across Ireland. Our engineers designed the transformation of Nenagh Leisure Centre into Ireland’s first NZEB leisure centre and completed work on Ireland’s first solar-powered swimming pool at Lahinch Leisure Centre. We also supported Laois GAA County Board with the LED flood-lighting of O’Moore Park, one of Ireland’s busiest grounds, delivering annual energy savings of €15,000.

From energy-efficient floodlighting for pitches and astroturf to lighting, heating and insulation upgrades in clubhouses and dressing rooms, TEA has proven expertise in helping sports organisations achieve real impact.

Services

Energy Audits & Assessments

  • Preliminary energy assessments for clubs, gyms and swimming pools
  • Detailed energy audits tailored to leisure centres and sports complexes
  • Investment-Grade Audits (IGA) to support grant applications and financing
  • Building condition surveys and retrofit roadmaps
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Retrofit & Efficiency Upgrades

  • Energy-efficient lighting design for pitches, astroturf and facilities
  • Renewable energy integration (solar PV, heat pumps, biomass)
  • Smart controls for monitoring and reducing energy demand
  • Building design services for lighting, heating and insulation upgrades
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Funding & Procurement Support

  • Guidance on SEAI community and public funding schemes
  • Preparation of grant applications and investment cases
  • Support with public procurement and tendering
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Capacity Building

  • Training for facility managers on energy efficiency and cost control
  • Workshops and clinics for community sports groups and GAA clubs
  • Governance support for energy investment decisions
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Mission

We translate zero-carbon ambitions into practical actions with measurable results.

Vision

Our vision is that all communities, organisations, and citizens participate in the energy transition and achieve carbon neutrality.

Values

Driven by integrity and a commitment to lasting impact, we leverage our deep expertise and relentless tenacity to solve the toughest challenges.

Planning

Data analysis

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Mission

We translate zero-carbon ambitions into practical actions with measurable results.

Vision

Our vision is that all communities, organisations, and citizens participate in the energy transition and achieve carbon neutrality.

Values

Driven by integrity and a commitment to lasting impact, we leverage our deep expertise and relentless tenacity to solve the toughest challenges.

Planning

Data analysis

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Mission

Our mission is to lead the energy transition in Ireland, empowering communities, businesses and local authorities to reduce carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency and embrace renewable energy.

Vision

Our vision is a sustainable, climate-resilient Ireland where communities thrive on clean energy and every project delivered builds a stronger, fairer and greener future.

Values

Driven by integrity and a commitment to lasting impact, we leverage our deep expertise and relentless tenacity to solve the toughest challenges.

Case Studies

JK Brackens GAA Club

A clubhouse upgraded with efficient heating, ventilation, insulation and lighting to create a warm, usable facility year-round.

Nenagh Tennis Club

A sports lighting upgrade that improved play quality, reduced running costs and eased the administrative burden on a voluntary committee.

Why Tipperary Energy Agency (TEA)

At TEA, our work is guided by principles that keep us ambitious and accountable:

Independent & Not-for-Profit

Impartial advice focused on outcomes and long term sustainability.

Independent & Not-for-Profit

Impartial advice focused on outcomes and long term sustainability.

Trusted Expertise

More than 25 years’ experience in energy planning and climate policy.

Trusted Expertise

More than 25 years’ experience in energy planning and climate policy.

Recognised Partner

Relied on by local authorities and SEAI to deliver credible strategies.

Recognised Partner

Relied on by local authorities and SEAI to deliver credible strategies.

European Perspective

Adapting the learnings from EU Best Practices for Irish context.

European Perspective

Adapting the learnings from EU Best Practices for Irish context.

Partner With Us

If you are a sports club, community hall, or leisure centre, TEA can help you cut energy costs, reduce emissions and create facilities that are fit for the future.