Across Ireland, two realities exist side by side.
Renewable energy generation is increasing year after year. Yet large volumes of surplus electricity are still wasted because they cannot always be absorbed by the grid. At the same time, families continue to face fuel poverty, forced to choose between comfort and cost during the colder months.
At Elnur, we believe technology should bridge that gap.
That belief is what led us to partner with EnergyCloud Ireland and Clúid on an innovative pilot scheme designed to convert surplus renewable electricity into reliable, efficient heating for households that need it most.
From Surplus Energy to Real Warmth
EnergyCloud Ireland has already demonstrated how excess renewable generation can be redirected to provide hot water to vulnerable households. When we saw the measurable impact of their initiative, we immediately recognised an opportunity.
If surplus renewable electricity can heat water, why not use it to heat homes more efficiently too? Elnur’s ECOHHR PLUS high heat retention storage heater is designed precisely for that purpose.
It stores renewable and off-peak electricity intelligently and releases heat gradually, ensuring that energy generated at low-cost or during periods of surplus is not wasted.
For Phase 1 of the initiative, Elnur donated ECOHHR PLUS storage heaters to support installations in homes experiencing fuel poverty. This marks the first time EnergyCloud Ireland has delivered both hot water and heating directly to residents.
For the households involved, this is not simply about new technology. It is about comfort and stability during winter.
Proven Performance That Makes the Difference
We approached this project with confidence because we have already seen what the ECOHHR PLUS storage heaters can achieve.
Our previous case study shows that when operating with surplus solar generation and off peak tariffs, the ECOHHR PLUS is:
- Up to 83% more efficient than standard storage heaters
- Up to 56% more efficient than other high heat retention storage heaters
Efficiency at this level changes the equation. It means lower running costs. It means better use of renewable electricity. It means energy that would otherwise be wasted is transformed into consistent, dependable warmth.
For housing providers, specifiers and installers, this demonstrates that the right heating technology is critical when integrating renewable energy into residential projects.
Innovation With Purpose
Fuel poverty is not an abstract concept. It affects real households, real families and real communities.
As renewable generation continues to expand across Ireland, the challenge is not simply producing clean energy. It is ensuring that the energy is used effectively.
Our collaboration with EnergyCloud Ireland and Clúid shows what is possible when manufacturers, housing providers and energy innovators align around a shared goal. Surplus renewable electricity can be redirected. Advanced storage heating can maximise its value. And households can benefit directly.
Building What Comes Next
This pilot is an important step, but it is also part of a much bigger shift.
As Ireland accelerates towards a low carbon future, smart electric heating will play an increasingly important role in balancing the grid and reducing renewable waste. Technologies like Elnur’s ECOHHR PLUS high heat retention storage heaters ensure that renewable electricity works harder, stays within the community and delivers measurable social impact.
At Elnur, we are proud to support initiatives that combine performance, sustainability and responsibility. We are committed to continuing to develop heating solutions that make renewable integration practical, efficient and accessible.
Because surplus renewable energy should not be lost.
It should be felt in the homes that need it most.
