S9 E9.5 - Live From The Gram

Join Stephen Buckley and Keith Delahan as they discuss the evolving landscape of renewable energy, the importance of industry standards, and practical insights into electrical safety and maintenance. This episode offers real-world experiences, technical discussions, and advice for professionals navigating the modern electrical and energy sectors.Main Topics:

• ​The impact of social media and marketing transformations for local businesses
• ​Current trends and challenges within the renewables sector in Ireland and the UK
• ​Significance of certification, quality control, and regulatory compliance in electrical work
• ​Smart strategies for PIRs, inspections, and ensuring safety standards
• ​Future outlook on maintenance, retrofit projects, and the importance of industry collaboration
• ​Local businesses like Powell Insulations' success stories and marketing strategies
• ​Insights from Adam Powell on energy efficiency, grants, and the renewable boom
• ​The risks and considerations around solar and energy retrofit installations
• ​The role of SEAI certification in maintaining quality and trust
• ​Technical discussion on electrical testing tools, PIR procedures, and recent inspection experiences
• ​The importance of proper wiring, bonding, and avoiding shortcuts in electrical installations
• ​Navigating project timelines, out-of-hours work, and client communications
• ​The changing landscape of maintenance versus installation services in the industry

Podcast sponsored by Snickers Workwear Ireland and Season 9 is also in association with Hager Ireland and N2 Electrical Wholesaler