Developing a long term water infrastructure strategy

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2026

Developing a long term water infrastructure strategy

St. Finbarr's hospital, Cork, has been working on improving the leaking water infrastructure onsite. Using accurate network drawings and strategic sub-metering, a long term water infrastructure strategy has been developed to future proof the site in a cost effective manner.

Continual Water Monitoring Saves Water and Money

Sector: Water
Format: Case Studies

2026

Continual Water Monitoring Saves Water and Money

The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh installed an on-line water sub-metering system in 2024 and since then, have identified and responded to numerous water leaks. This case study demonstrates the importance of human monitoring of a technological solution.

Water Rebates for Healthcare Facilities

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2026

Water Rebates for Healthcare Facilities

While water monitoring has improved across the healthcare sector, leaks will continue to occur (and be repaired). In these, and other instances, rebates may be available from Uisce Éireann. Learn more about rebates in our healthcare specific guide.

Rainwater Harvesting Guidance for the Healthcare Sector

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2026

Rainwater Harvesting Guidance for the Healthcare Sector

Rainwater harvesting can be an excellent option for healthcare facilities, especially when considered at the design stage for non-clinical areas. However, careful consideration must be given to ongoing management of the system and water quality assurance.  

Think Before you Flush (Infographic Poster)

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

Think Before you Flush (Infographic Poster)

Infographic showing how flushing items such as wet wipes down the toilet can cause pipe blockages and damage our marine environment

Think Before You Pour (Poster)

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

Think Before You Pour (Poster)

Poster on how to prevent fats, oils and greases (FOGs) from damaging our wastewater network and environment.

The Dirty Dozen (POSTER)

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

The Dirty Dozen (POSTER)

When these items are flushed down the toilet they can cause problems in our homes, wastewater treatment network and the environment

An Dosaen Salach (The Dirty Dozen) - POSTER as Gaeilge

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

An Dosaen Salach (The Dirty Dozen) - POSTER as Gaeilge

Níor chóir na rudaí seo a shrughlú síos sa leithreas go brách

Water Efficiency Guide (2024)

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

Water Efficiency Guide (2024)

This Guide provides an overview of the main aspects involved in efficient water use in Irish hospitals. Including case studies and best practice benchmarks the guide provides a stepwise approach to address water conservation in your hospital.

Water Submetering in The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh

Sector: Water
Format: Guide

2024

Water Submetering in The National Orthopaedic Hospital Cappagh

Case study on the sub-metering of water and gas in Cappagh Hospital and how it helped identify leaks, save money and reduce carbon footprint