Sustainability

Verifiable Sustainability

Sustainability is a core pillar of Tritech’s Five Year Plan. Our goal is to establish ourselves as the definitive leader in sustainability within Ireland’s M&E sector by delivering verifiable, high-impact engineering solutions.

Sustainability continues to be a key driver in the built environment, with regulations like the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), the European Green Deal, and the EU Taxonomy setting clear expectations for sustainable performance. These evolving standards are shaping demand for greener, more future-ready solutions across the industry.

In collaboration with Kayleigh Ann Myles, Sustainability Lead at Lawler Sustainability, Tritech integrates best-in-class practices to help clients deliver high-performing, regulation-aligned projects. Whether pursuing certification or meeting corporate reporting obligations, we ensure our clients are positioned to lead in a fast-changing landscape.

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As engineering evolves to address the triple bottom line of people, planet, and profit, we focus on measurable, verifiable practices that comply with the local and international regulatory environment. From technology innovations to CSRD-compliant reporting, we empower our clients to achieve their performance goals for their real estate investment projects.

Greenwashing won’t cut it anymore!

1. Measurable Sustainability, Not Greenwashing
Sustainability efforts must be grounded in provable, data-driven practices, especially in highly regulated sectors like data centres and pharmaceuticals. Environmental claims need to be backed by clear metrics and performance outcomes. Tritech prioritises verifiable sustainability across all engineering solutions, helping clients meet climate targets and regulatory demands with confidence.

2. CSRD: Still a Strategic Imperative
Even with revised thresholds and exemptions under the CSRD, transparency remains a strategic advantage. At Tritech, we treat sustainability not just as compliance, but as a core driver of long-term value. By aligning with frameworks like the ESRS, performing double materiality assessments, and ensuring data assurance, we future-proof both our own operations and our clients’ projects, supporting access to funding, tenders, and regulatory preparedness.

3. Transparency & Accountability in a Shifting Landscape
As sustainability expectations evolve, so does the competitive landscape. Businesses that lead with transparent ESG reporting, regardless of whether it’s mandatory, are better positioned to win work, attract investment, and stay ahead of tightening regulatory standards. At Tritech, we see this shift not as a challenge, but as an opportunity to differentiate and deliver greater value.

4. Practical Steps for Voluntary and Mandatory Reporting
Companies that want to stay ahead must take action now. That includes:

Conducting internal ESG assessments to understand current performance
Adopting streamlined and consistent reporting practices
Preparing for the next wave of regulatory changes
Enhancing transparency for clients, investors, and stakeholders

Tritech supports clients through every step, ensuring alignment with both current obligations and future expectations.

5. A Competitive Edge Built on Sustainability
Sustainability is directly linked to business performance. From increased eligibility for tenders to improved investor confidence and green financing opportunities, companies that prioritise ESG gain a clear advantage. Tritech helps clients integrate best-in-class sustainability practices into their projects, delivering technical excellence with measurable, long-term impact.

Our Green team

At Tritech, sustainability is woven into our culture, driven by a commitment to diversity, respect, and personal development. Our Green Team leads the charge, raising awareness through training, green challenges, and practical strategies like responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and safe design practices.

By fostering a sustainability-focused workforce and delivering verifiable, regulation-ready solutions, we demonstrate our dedication to meaningful environmental impact.

ISO 14001:2015

Being ISO 14001 certified means that Tritech operates under an internationally recognised Environmental Management System (EMS) framework, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable practices and environmental responsibility. This certification ensures we systematically identify, manage, and reduce our environmental impact while complying with legal and regulatory requirements.

Priority SDG Goals

Tritech’s five-year plan aligns with SDGs 9, 11, and 12 by reducing CO2 emissions, improving energy efficiency, and increasing renewable energy use. The strategy supports sustainable cities through reduced embodied carbon and promotes responsible consumption with significant waste reduction and stakeholder engagement in sustainable practices.

Technology and Partnerships

By adopting cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, and Modern Methods of Construction (MMOD), Tritech enhances project efficiency, reduces waste, and improves asset lifecycle performance.

These innovations streamline workflows, boost collaboration, and enable faster, cost-effective project delivery.

Tritech is also building strategic partnerships with technology firms, governments, and investors to strengthen its market position and expand into regions prioritising sustainable development. This approach supports economic growth while advancing environmental goals.

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Decarbonisation

Decarbonisation is at the heart of Tritech’s five-year strategy. Acknowledging the vital role it plays in tackling climate change, Tritech sets a strong example across all sectors.

Two flagship projects in Dublin 2 highlight this commitment. The first, a Grade A, 70,000 sq/ft, seven-storey office building, is designed for LEED Platinum certification, BER A3 energy efficiency, WiredScore Platinum connectivity, WELL-enabled features, and NZEB compliance.

The second, a Grade A, 210,000 sq/ft, eight-storey office building, achieves similar benchmarks, including Carbon Zero operations and IoT smart building technology.

At Trinity College Dublin’s Hamilton Building, Tritech implemented energy-efficient solutions and diverted over 27 tonnes of waste from landfill, significantly reducing its environmental impact. Ireland faces a €160 billion investment challenge to meet national and EU climate goals, including a 51% emissions reduction by 2030 under the Climate Action Plan and Bill.

Aligning with these ambitions, Tritech integrates advanced sustainable technologies across energy, data centres, pharmaceutical campuses and commercial developments. By embedding decarbonisation into our operations, Tritech actively supports the European Green Deal’s net-zero emissions target for 2050, ensuring a lasting impact on commercial real estate sustainability.

Financial benefits of CSRD & LEED

1. Financial Resilience & Transparency
As sustainability expectations evolve, so does the competitive landscape. Businesses that lead with transparent ESG reporting, regardless of whether it’s mandatory, are better positioned to win work, attract investment, and stay ahead of tightening regulatory standards. At Tritech, we see this shift not as a challenge, but as an opportunity to differentiate and deliver greater value.

2. Reduced Operational Costs
Efficient M&E design and certified buildings minimise energy and water usage, lower utility bills, and extend equipment lifespans—delivering measurable cost savings.

3. Access to Green Financing
Strong ESG performance builds investor confidence and opens doors to green loans, grants, and funding tied to sustainability benchmarks.

4. Increased Asset Value & Market Appeal
Certified sustainable buildings command higher asset values, attract eco-conscious tenants, and enhance brand reputation in a competitive property market.

5. Competitive Edge in Procurement
Clear ESG commitments and recognised certifications boost eligibility for public and private tenders, especially in sectors where sustainability is a core selection criterion.

Promoting a Greener Commute

At Tritech, we believe that fostering a greener commute not only reduces emissions but also cultivates a culture of environmental responsibility throughout the business.

As part of our continuous improvement initiatives, we challenge our team to “Do More” by embracing sustainable commuting options.

Programmes like the Cycle to Work scheme incentivise employees to make eco-friendly choices, contributing to long-term reductions in our carbon footprint.

Tritech has also expanded its fleet with the addition of Electric Vehicles (EVs), actively reducing harmful air pollution and eliminating exhaust emissions.

Tritech’s Five-Year Goals: Transforming Sustainable M&E Engineering

ESG & Sustainability: Overview of Targets

Tritech is committed to establishing our company as an industry leader in sustainability. This involves setting ambitious targets for our five-year plan.

Carbon Emission Targets

Tritech is setting a target of a 5-10% reduction in CO₂ emissions from baseline year to 2029.

Energy Efficiency

Tritech aims to improve energy efficiency in its operations by 20% from baseline determined in 2024 reporting.

Renewable Energy

Tritech plans to increase its reliance on renewable energy to 80% by 2030.

Embodied Carbon

Tritech is committed to reducing embodied carbon in its upstream products and materials by 30%.

Waste

Tritech targets a 50% reduction in landfill waste from its baseline by 20230.

ESG & Sustainability Roadmap

An overview of the planned works we believe will aid in Tritech achieving our set targets

Tritech engineer on a roof inspecting solar panels

Year 1 (2025)

Calculate Baseline & commence ESG1 Reporting:

Conduct a detailed CO2 emissions audit which will develop our First ESG Progress Report.
Year 2 (2026)

CSRD Compliance:

Develop a sustainability report structure, train staff, and establish a sustainability committee.
Year 3 (2027)

Energy Upgrades & Financial Strategy:

Secure grant assistance, upgrade high carbon-emitting equipment, and align with EPBD and NZEB standards.
Year 4 (2028)

Water & Waste Management:

Implement water-efficient fixtures and recycling programs, aiming for 25% water reduction and significant waste reduction.
Year 5 (2029)

Sustainability Strategy Revision:

Achieve 100% staff training in sustainability-specific areas. Achieve and revise reduction targets, aiming for 35% in overall CO2 Emissions.

Priority SDG Goals – Tritech’s alignment

Tritech's 5-year plan aligns with SDG 9, 11, and 12 by reducing CO2
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Tritech’s 5-year plan aligns with SDG 9, 11, and 12 by reducing CO2 emissions and improving energy efficiency, promoting sustainable cities through increased renewable energy and reduced embodied carbon, and fostering responsible consumption and production with significant waste reduction and stakeholder engagement in sustainable practices.