Driving towards a sustainable future.
We are proud to be a family run business incorporated by the
late Finbarr Galvin back in 1975 and now spearheaded by his son Justin Galvin.
For nearly 5 decades we have developed a reputation as being one of the best
dealerships in the country.
We pride ourselves on unparalleled levels of customer
service which has led to our company being the most highly decorated dealership
for the Skoda and SEAT Brands in Ireland, winning numerous awards across all
areas of our business.
As part of the Volkswagen Group, we are one of Ireland’s
leading Skoda, SEAT and CUPRA dealers. We have recently expanded to incorporate
a Used Car Centre where we provide New Car levels of customer service and
aftersales care if you decide to purchase a pre-owned vehicle in our custom-built
Used Car showroom facility.
As part of our commitment to the environment and our long-term
decarbonisation strategy, Finbarr Galvin have recently installed a total of
85KWs of solar across two of our premises in Bandon, Co. Cork.
The motor industry has a huge part to play in the
decarbonization of the transport sector. With increased sales of electric
vehicles, dealerships are playing a critical role in the transition towards a
cleaner, more sustainable transportation system.
At Finbarr Galvin we are committed playing our part in the
decarbonization of the transport sector by implementing an ESG strategy within
our business.
Having recently upgraded the lighting within the showrooms,
and back of house to energy efficient LED lighting, solar was next on the
agenda.
With electric prices peaking at record levels over the last
two years, we made the decision to look at the viability of solar on two of our
premises. We engaged with Green Light Energy Solutions, who provided detailed
analysis and a full turnkey solution which best suited our needs.
By
installing solar, we have reduced our dependence from the grid by 86%. This
eliminates 21.5 tonnes of CO2 from the carbon footprint of the buildings per
annum, which is the equivalate of planting 129 trees.
Comment from Liam Sharpe, Director of Green Light Energy Solutions
By choosing to install solar at the premises, really shows
the commitment Finbarr Galvin team have to making a difference to the
environment. Finbarr Galvin are leading from the front and have future proofed
themselves against any future volatility in the wholesale energy markets, while
reducing their carbon footprint. Green Light Energy Solutions are delighted to
have been able to provide a full turnkey solution from start to finish on this
project for Finbarr Galvin.
80KW Solar Installation
80 KW Solar Installation