Waterford Dairy Co-operative looks for business savings with new approach to energy use.
The Danish designed heat and power plant installed at the Waterford Co-op Dungarvan processing plant is computer operated and burns a variety of solid fuels.
In operation for a few months, it has already been declared a success for Waterford Co-op which is due to save almost one million pounds a year on energy bills.
Chief executive Stephen O'Connor explains, the project was thoroughly researched and involved making difficult decisions when it came to finances.
It’s a time when it’s very difficult to find money to invest.
All at the cooperative are now satisfied with this new direction, and are taking the long term view on such a major investment, as
It seemed to be necessary.
An RTÉ News report broadcast on 17 September 1984. The reporter is Michael Ryan.
