This Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, the European Union, and network companies. www.eufunds.ie
- Registration Deadline: 26/05/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Cost: Fully Funded for eligible companies. (By Uisce Éireann and the Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet)
- Delivery: Online (Tutor-led)
Programme Overview
Uisce Éireann is running a water stewardship training programme in partnership with the Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet. The programme supports business customers with training on how to lower water consumption and reduce operating costs while also protecting the environment.
Programme Benefits
Reduce Water Use
Training on water conservation and quick wins at your site to drive behavioural change
Monetary Cost Savings
Understand and visualise your site’s water lifecycle to reduce operating costs
Reputational Benefits
Accepted under Bord Bia’s Origin Green Scheme and accredited by UL
Protect the Environment
Add the latest cutting edge green credential to hit your sustainability targets
Learning Experience
Online Learning
Module 1 – Introduction to Water Stewardship
Module 2 – Water Mapping of your Business
Module 3 Water Conservation and Quicks Wins at your Site
Module 4 – Developing Strategy and an Action Plan
Workshop Webinars
Online mentoring and support workshops for the development of your water charter as well as providing peer to peer learning opportunities.
Developing a Water Charter for your Site
All participants will prepare a Water Charter for their facility. The charter will capture the business case for action, the site’s water map, water saving opportunities and an agreed action plan.
Who is this Programme for?
The Certified Water Steward programme aims to support Irish businesses who use > 10,000 m3 of public supply per annum and is aimed at those responsible for water management within their company. The programme has the dual target of developing trainee skills at an individual level and delivering tangible impacts at the site level.
Registration Deadline: May 26th 2026
Duration: 8 Weeks
Delivery: Online
Cost: Fully funded by Uisce Éireann and the Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet subject to Uisce Éireann approval
Qualification: Accredited by the University of Limerick
ESF+ Funding
Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet is co-funding places on this programme through ESF+ funding.
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Funded places are limited and can only be granted to eligible learners, subject to availability. To be eligible, you must:
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Be employed in the private sector in Republic of Ireland
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You must complete the required ESF+ Profile Form (used to collect essential participant information required for ESF+ (European Social Fund Plus) funding compliance).
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Participant Contact:
With ESF+ funding, there is a requirement for regular contact between you and Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet, participants will be contacted at three key points:
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Before the course begins (To complete the required ESF+ Profile Form)
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Within four weeks after course completion (For feedback, progress and status reporting)
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Six months following the course (For progress and status reporting)
Your timely participation at all stages is essential to maintain eligibility.
Registration and Access Requirements:
Once your registration on the Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet website is received and your eligibility is verified, you will receive one item via email:
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A Microsoft ESF+ Forms Profile form
This must be completed in order to gain access to the course.
Client Testimonials
“We are delighted to be the first pharmaceutical manufacturer in Ireland to participate in Uisce Éireann’s Certified Water Steward Programme.”
Audrey Kelleher
GE Healthcare
“The programme is the perfect first step on the water conservation and stewardship journey.”
Ian Ryan
Wyeth Nutrition
This Sustainable Enterprise Skillnet programme is co-funded by the Government of Ireland, the European Union, and network companies. www.eufunds.ie