Industry leaders and stakeholders gathered recently at the Aviva Stadium for Kilsarans ‘ESG Insights for the Construction Industry’ event. Hosted by Jonathan Healy, the event offered a deep dive into Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices within the construction sector.
Attendees heard presentations and a panel discussion from various industry experts, each contributing to the collective understanding of the importance of sustainable practices in construction.
Ken Mulkerrins, Head of Innovation & Sustainability at Kilsaran, outlined Kilsaran’s remarkable journey towards ESG excellence. His presentation shed a light on the innovative approaches adopted by Kilsaran, including the launch of two new Electric Concrete trucks that are now part of the fleet in Dublin city centre.
Sinéad Hickey from John Sisk & Son Ltd shared insights into ESG strategies from the vantage point of a primary contractor. Sinead outlined Sisk’s sustainability journey and the company’s 2030 roadmap whilst highlighting the need for strong collaboration across the sector.
Brian O’Kennedy, CEO of Goodbody Clearstream gave invaluable guidance on navigating reporting regulations on ESG and what companies need to do to be prepared.
David McKeown, Co-CEO of Kilsaran, reiterated the company’s unwavering commitment to ESG, citing recent investments in the Electric Concrete Trucks as well as the establishment of a dedicated Research & Innovation team. Looking to the future, David outlined Kilsarans focus on Materials Recovery & Recycling and the use of recycled aggregate in construction.
The event culminated in a lively panel discussion with great interaction from the audience. A resounding success, the event left attendees enlightened and informed on the importance of ESG and the need for collaboration across the sector to make meaningful change in the construction industry.
For more information on Kilsaran’s ESG journey visit www.kilsaran.ie
