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Aug/Sept 2010 www.esb.ie/em 
ESB NETWORKS LTD
Sustainability Update
ESB NETWORKS LTD
Congratulations to the Sustainability award winners
CONGRATULATIONS TO the Networks winners of the inaugural Sustainability Awards Scheme.
The awards were presented by Chief Executive, Padraig McManus and Sustainability Executive Director, John Campion at a special function in Head Office on Friday June 25th and the winners included: Joe Grimes, Finglas, the Networks Training Centre Portlaoise, Newcastlewest, the Materials & Environment PG, Ballycoolin and the Finglas/North Dublin Sustainability Group and Dundalk PG.
In particular, congratulations to the Networks team in Dunmanway on winning the overall award. Dunmanway were recognised for their ongoing support and commitment to Sustainability and for the many Sustainability initiatives successfully implemented in their depot. In addition, Dunmanway have extended their commitment to Sustainability into the wider community and have been actively engaging with a variety of external groups such as local schools and scout groups.
Renewable technology trials – Networks depots
REDUCING THE internal carbon footprint of our buildings is one of the major priorities of the Networks Sustainability drive and programme. As part of this drive, with the help of Building Consultancy Group, ESBI, 10 renewable energy technologies have been installed on a pilot basis in premises across ESB, a number of these in Networks depots:
All the above schemes have now been commissioned and the plan is have the installation of monitoring equipment completed within the next month or so to allow their operation, performance and efficiency to be assessed and evaluated in detail.
| Letterkenny: Wind turbine and solar water |
| Training Centre Portlaoise: Wind turbine and photovoltaic |
| Newcastlewest: Air source heat pump |
| Ballycoolin and Rosbrien: Combined heat and power. |
ElectricAID Ireland presents cheque to Loughrea Family Resource Centre
Official opening of Grand Canal Way Green Route
from the ‘Third Lock’ at Inchicore to the ‘Twelfth Lock’ in Lucan
THE GREEN Route, an 8.5km pedestrian and cycle route along the Grand Canal, opened in June.
The mainly off-road route stretches from the Third Lock at Inchicore to the Twelfth Lock in Lucan and it is a secure and safe alternative for commuters and leisure users. The project was carried out using an inter-agency approach between ESB Networks, South Dublin County Council, Dublin City Council and Waterways Ireland.
The official opening was performed by, Mayor of South Dublin County Cllr Mick Duff, Lord Mayor of Dublin Cllr. Emer Costello, ESB Networks MD Jerry O’Sullivan and Waterways Ireland Chief Executive, John Martin.
The Green Route has some unique features to ensure that it will get maximum use and give the greatest pleasure to a variety of users.
- Lighting – over 300 lights are placed along the route. The lights are computer monitored and have the latest dimming systems.
- Security – 66 cameras have been installed with 24 hour CCTV monitored system.
- Power supply – during construction, ducting was incorporated to facilitate an ESB twin 110kV circuit along the route.
- Leisure – fishing points, boating and berthing areas and seats are provided to encourage access to the Grand Canal.
- Natural Environment – the maintenance and development of wildlife habitats and planting to encourage biodiversity. The project is the first of its kind in Europe where lights are dimmed to accommodate nocturnal species.
- Signage – information signage is placed along the route outlining the history and details of the flora and fauna. Almost 200 signs will provide direction and information along with four smart signs that can provide real-time information.
The Mayor of South Dublin County Council, Cllr Duff, said, “The project delivers a high quality green pedestrian and cycle path, providing an alternative mode of transport; power supply to the West Dublin area, stimulating further economic activity; public lighting and CCTV, assisting in security and protection along the route and communication ducts for future technology purposes. The project has established a blueprint for future inter-agency projects going forward.”
Lord Mayor of Dublin Cllr Emer Costello said “The development of this Green Route from the Third Lock at Inchicore in the City Council's area to the Twelfth Lock in Lucan in South County Dublin's area enabled the enhancement of the existing power supply network and the provision of a very high quality pedestrian and cycle route. The project is an outstanding example of four statutory bodies coming together and working to achieve complementary goals for the common good.”
ESB Networks MD Jerry O’Sullivan, speaking at the event, said that ESB Networks is proud to be associated with South Dublin County Council, Dublin City Council and Waterways Ireland in developing the Green Route on the Grand Canal. It is a prime example of inter agency co-operation, whereby significant gains are achieved for all of the community and at the same time the needs of the individual organisations are addressed.”
The Green Route has some unique features to ensure that it will get maximum use and give the greatest pleasure to a variety of users
Electric car trials
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