CASE STUDY
Firebird leads the way in HVO-ready boiler solutions.
HOW KARL HENRY REDUCED HIS CARBON EMISSIONS BY 90% AND MAINTAINED ENERGY EFFICIENCY WITH INNOVATIVE BOILER TECHNOLOGY AND HVO… Going green with Firebird
A t Firebird, the firm takes pride in providing excellent customer service. Recently, it had the pleasure of engaging with Karl Henry, who expressed an interest in upgrading his outdated heating system. Having relocated to his dream home in West Cork, Karl sought Firebird’s expertise in sustainable home heating solutions. With an older and relatively larger home posing retrofitting challenges, Karl sought
Firebird’s advice on the installation of the most efficient boiler for his home. Following a thorough evaluation of Karl’s previous heating systems, Firebird made a recommendation for an energy-efficient and dependable option: the HVO-ready Envirogreen Popular 44kW boiler. This Firebird boiler boasts impressive heat output while utilising minimal fuel, thanks to its remarkable efficiency. Not only will this translate to significant
fuel bill savings for Karl, but it will also help him reduce his carbon footprint. Furthermore, this boiler is a robust and long-lasting unit that can provide years of trouble-free operation with proper maintenance. After extensive discussions with Karl and his plumber, Oliver Buckley, about sustainable fuel options, Firebird proposed a trial of HVO (Hydrotreated Vegetable Oils) in his home, giving him an opportunity to experience the benefits first-hand. A viable and sustainable drop- in replacement to kerosene, HVO fuel is fossil-free, and can reduce greenhouse emissions by over 90%. The HVO was supplied by MJ Kelleher Oils in Cork. Mark Doyle, General Manager with Firebird explained how the introduction of HVO for household and commercial boilers would be an instant game-changer for Ireland. “There are 700,000 or so homes in Ireland like Karl’s with existing liquid fuel boilers and with few other choices available for homeowners to adopt cleaner, greener heat solutions. “HVO can work with any liquid fuel boiler and, if used in homes, can potentially
Homeowner, Karl Henry, is introduced to the HVO-ready boiler system by Firebird’s Lenneke Willems and Mark Doyle.
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