Piyush Verma

UCC

Piyush Verma is a Senior Energy Market Analyst at the International Energy Research Centre at the Tyndall National Institute at UCC. He also works with World Energy Council, London as Global Future Energy Leader.

"Working from home in Ireland, especially during winter, will be at a significant cost. Irish homes already use 7% more energy and emit 58% more CO2 than the average EU homes."

How can we reduce heating bills for those working from home?

Spending an extra 40 hours a week at home could significantly increase heating bills and dramatically intensify household emissions.

Energy • 22 Apr

The Manaro Voui volcano on Vanuatu's Ambae island in 2017. Photo: Dan McGarry/Vanuatu Daily Post/AFP/Getty Images

Here's how climate change is damaging one small Pacific island

Vanuatu may be one of the lowest greenhouse gas emitters in the world, but its society and economy are hugely vulnerable to climate change

Climate Change • 19 Aug 19

A message on climate change from Swedish activist Greta Thunberg

"The worst in Europe": Ireland's climate and energy to-do list

What are the steps Ireland can take to improve its standing as the worst in Europe for climate change preventative measures?

Climate Change • 14 May 19

"Individuals and communities have the greatest ability to make this low carbon energy transition faster and smoother." Photo: iStock

How to put citizens at the heart of energy policy decisions

Public engagement networks involving individuals and communities can aid Ireland's transition to a low carbon energy future

Energy • 05 Sep 18

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