# Case Study: Corrigan’s Filling Station

> Corrigan’s Filling Station is a locally owned and operated service station in Moyne county Longford. The business serves a wide community with fuel…

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Last updated: 2025-10-08

- September 29, 2025
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## Business Overview

Corrigan’s Filling Station is a locally owned and operated service station in Moyne county Longford. The business serves a wide community with fuel, convenience groceries, and chilled goods. In recent years, the team has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability through actions such as adopting HVO fuel and upgrading display refrigeration.

### Project Objective

To reduce energy consumption and operational costs by replacing the aging walk-in chiller and freezer unit with a modern, energy-efficient model. The project was aimed at cutting carbon emissions, lowering electricity bills, and improving reliability.

### Key Challenges

- Outdated refrigeration unit with degraded insulation and 10+ year-old components
- High energy consumption and risk of failure
- Lack of active energy monitoring tools
- Need to align with growing sustainability expectations

### Key Changes Implemented

- Completed site visit and technical inspection of refrigeration unit
- Estimated carbon footprint using Climate Toolkit: 31.5 tCO₂/year
- Recommended full unit replacement with energy-efficient alternatives
- Developed an action plan covering procurement, installation, recycling of old unit, and post-installation energy monitoring

### Results & Outcomes

- **Estimated Energy Savings:**  52,560 kWh/year
- **Cost Savings:**  Approx. €13,448/year in electricity
- **Carbon Emissions Reduction:**  14.87 tCO₂/year
- Stronger operational reliability and reduced maintenance risk
- Better alignment with Energy Efficiency Grant and future funding opportunities

**Quote from Business Owner**
“This upgrade was overdue — the energy savings speak for themselves. It’s great to know we’re doing our bit for the environment while making the station more efficient.”
— Declan Corrigan

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