CSR Case Studies Database

Reducing energy demand in buildings and providing an efficient energy solution is seen as key to reducing carbon dioxide emissions and combating climate change. With this aim, the Energy Performance of the Buildings European Directive requires a calculation of energy performance and a Building Energy Rating (BER) to be declared. From 1st January 2007, all new dwellings are required to have a BER and from the 1st January 2009 all existing dwellings will require a BER if sold or rented. Customer feedback to Aerobord and John A Wood indicated a deficit in information on low-carbon housing and what building materials and methods would be required to achieve a high energy rating.

Local communities have increasing expectations of our contribution to communities. One way for us to demonstrate that commitment is by mobilising the energy, compassion and generosity of our staff and customers to support local and national charities. In 2000, we launched our Charity of the Year programme to raise significant funds and awareness of a partnered charity.

Diageo Ireland has been a foundation sponsor of the St. Patrick’s Festival for many years. In 2007 we sought to re-orientate our involvement to better reflect our CSR approach.

To co-ordinate and focus our charitable and community activities to bring about a great benefit to the community, boost staff morale and enhance the reputation of Tesco nationally.

IBM celebrated one hundred years as a corporation in 2011. Wishing to leave a lasting legacy in Ireland, IBM decided that the most tangible way that employees, retirees and our communities would experience this milestone was by having a year-long Celebration of Service.