ENERGY AUDITS
Energy Audit Services
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SEAI Support Scheme for Energy Audits (SSEA)
The SEAI Support Scheme for Energy Audits (SSEA) is designed to help small and medium-sized enterprises gain a clear understanding of their energy use and identify opportunities to reduce energy costs and emissions. The scheme provides financial support towards the cost of a professional energy audit delivered by a SEAI Registered Energy Auditor.
At Cramer Energy Consulting, SSEA audits are delivered as practical, structured engagements that provide meaningful insight and realistic next steps, rather than generic or compliance-only reports.
What the SSEA Covers
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Review of historic electricity and thermal energy data
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On-site assessment of buildings, plant, systems, and operational practices
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Identification of Significant Energy Users (SEUs)
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Analysis of operating patterns and performance drivers
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Identification of short- and medium-term energy efficiency opportunities
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Indicative estimates of potential energy, cost, and emissions savings
Grant Support & Eligibility
GRANT VALUE
Eligible businesses can receive a €2,000 voucher towards the cost of an energy audit. The fee for the SSEA energy audit is €2,000 + VAT. Your business will only be responsible for paying the VAT portion of the entire invoice amount, which is fully reclaimable through the standard revenue process. Note VAT for professional services is charged at 23%.
Typical eligibility criteria includes:
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Business registered and tax-compliant in the Republic of Ireland
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Classified as an SME (under 250 employees and under €50m turnover)
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Site energy spend of at least €10,000 per year (electricity and heat, excluding transport fuels)
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Not obligated under S.I. 426
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No previous SSEA voucher received for the same business
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S.I. 426 Compliance Energy Audits
Overview
Some Irish organisations are required to undertake regular energy audits under the Energy Efficiency Directive, transposed into Irish law through S.I. 426. Historically, these obligations applied primarily to large enterprises based on employee numbers and turnover.
Under the recast Energy Efficiency Directive, this position is changing. From 1 October 2026, the obligation to complete energy audits is expected to apply based on energy consumption thresholds, rather than company size, following transposition of the Directive into updated Irish legislation.
As a result, a wider range of organisations — including some that are currently classified as SMEs — may now fall within scope of mandatory energy audit requirements.
Cramer Energy Consulting delivers S.I. 426-compliant energy audits that satisfy regulatory requirements while also providing practical insight to support operational and investment decision-making.
Updated Energy Consumption Thresholds
Under the revised Directive framework, organisations may be required to complete periodic energy audits if their average annual final energy consumption exceeds 10 terajoules (TJ), calculated across all energy carriers and averaged over the previous three years.
These thresholds are set at EU level and will apply in Ireland once transposed through amended S.I. 426 regulations. The first audit for newly-captured organisations is due by October 2026, subject to national transposition. (10 TJ is equivalent to approximately 2.8 GWh of final energy per year, including electricity, thermal fuels, and other energy carriers.)
What a S.I. 426 Audit Covers
S.I. 426 compliance audits are comprehensive and proportionate to the scale and complexity of the organisation. They typically include:
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Detailed analysis of electricity, thermal, and transport energy consumption
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Site-level and process-level assessment of Significant Energy Users (SEUs)
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Review of energy data quality, metering, and monitoring arrangements
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Identification and prioritisation of energy efficiency opportunities
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Formal reporting aligned with regulatory and best-practice audit requirements
Audit scope, boundaries, and methodology are agreed in advance to ensure compliance while maintaining practical value.
Standards & Methodology
All S.I. 426 compliance audits are delivered by a SEAI Registered Energy Auditor and aligned with:
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S.I. 426 legislative requirements
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ISO 50002 Energy Audit principles
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SEAI minimum audit criteria and guidance
Where appropriate, audit outputs can also be structured to support ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems, internal governance processes, or longer-term decarbonisation planning.
Are You in Scope of S.I. 426?
You may be required to complete a mandatory energy audit under S.I. 426 if any of the following apply:
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Your organisation's average annual energy consumption exceeds 10 TJ across all energy carriers
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Your business has grown in energy use, activity, or site footprint in recent years
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You operate multiple sites or energy-intensive processes
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You are required to demonstrate energy audit compliance to a regulator, parent company, customer, or funder
FROM 1 OCTOBER 2026
Revised S.I. 426 thresholds are expected to apply in Ireland following transposition of the Energy Efficiency Directive. Organisations that were previously outside the scope of mandatory energy audits may now be required to demonstrate compliance. We can help assess whether S.I. 426 applies to your organisation and advise on the most appropriate audit route.
Outputs & Compliance
Clients typically receive:
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A formal energy audit report suitable for regulatory submission
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Clear documentation of audit scope, methodology, and findings
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Identification of priority improvement opportunities
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Supporting analysis to inform next-step decision-making
Where required, we can also support discussions with internal teams, regulators, or other stakeholders.
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Bespoke & Non-Grant Energy Audits
Not all organisations fit within grant schemes or regulatory frameworks. Bespoke energy audits are available for organisations requiring greater flexibility in scope, depth, or reporting format.
Typical Use Cases
Bespoke audits are commonly used where organisations want:
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Operate multiple or complex sites
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Require deeper technical analysis of specific systems or processes
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Are preparing for ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems
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Need independent input to support capital investment decisions
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Want a tailored energy audit aligned to internal priorities
Scope and deliverables are agreed upfront to ensure the audit delivers relevant and actionable outcomes.
Choosing the Right Energy Audit Route
If you are unsure which audit route applies to your organisation, we can help assess your requirements and recommend the most appropriate approach.
How Energy Audits Integrate with Other Services
Energy audits often provide the foundation for:
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Energy Management Systems (ISO 50001) ➜
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Carbon footprinting and decarbonisation planning ➜
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Measurement & Verification (M&V) and EEOS support ➜
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Strategic energy and sustainability advisory ➜
However, there is no requirement to progress beyond the audit stage unless it aligns with your organisation's objectives.