Why it has to be destination Dublin 2 for top retail and restaurant discoveries
From heritage knitwear to gourmet foods, buzzing Dublin 2 has it all
Beyond the glass box: Climate-ready offices needed to future proof workplaces
Passive design and biophilic interiors boost employee wellbeing and make return to office more attractive
Office moves: An early warning on jobs, AI skills and Ireland’s economy
From on-the-ground observations to Europe-wide research – early signals on AI, skills shortages and workforce trends
Green funds holding their own
While green investing was once seen as a value-led choice, now ethical investments are also appealing to financial sense
Highly educated and high-earning workers most at risk from AI disruption
How to stay ahead of it? Continuous learning, from microcredentials to Skillnets and mentoring
Banks and businesses step up to support retrofit targets
As Ireland falls behind on retrofit goals, banks boost green lending and businesses offer sustainable solutions
Food security comes into focus as agri exports hit record high
Advances in sustainability and smart farming keep agri sector resilient to global tensions, but focus is needed on food security for domestic supply
Moving up the value chain: From commodities to premium foods
From premium dairy to functional nutrition, Irish food exporters are rapidly climbing the value chain as research, agility and branding reshape the sector
Simplifying the retrofit process: Every aspect of your home energy upgrade sorted
From energy assessments to grant applications and project management, SEAI’s One Stop Shop streamlines every step, ensuring smoother retrofits and more comfortable, efficient homes
The comfort factor: Heat pumps set new standards for modern home design
As Irish homes become better insulated, having appropriate heating and ventilation systems has never been more important
Out to lunch
Sandra O’Connell checks out some tasty seasonal nibbles along with some interesting nuptial options
An improving but disciplined market for M&A
Narrowing valuation gaps and reduced interest rates are driving an improved environment for deal
Food and drinks start-ups can compete with global brands. Here’s how
Entrepreneur Conor Hyde teaches businesses how to conduct gap analysis, market research and properly appraise competitors
Family business: How to avoid a succession nightmare scenario
Early planning and clear communication are key, so people aren’t finding out about the founder’s intentions when their will is being read