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Vivid Edge

Reducing carbon footprint at zero out of pocket cost

Tracy O'Rourke

CEO at Vivid Edge

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Employees 6–20

Headquarters Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Vivid Edge is an energy innovator, empowering large organisations to increase their energy efficiency, with zero out of pocket cost. Their pioneering "Energy Efficiency Service" model for large multinationals taps into wasted energy to fund energy upgrades, reducing energy consumption by 71% to date. Vivid Edge addresses sub-optimal performance in energy infrastructure such as heating, cooling, lighting and control systems. Their in-house engineering, risk and finance expertise enables them to execute and accelerate energy efficiency projects for a sustainable difference. By working with their customer's chosen suppliers, Vivid Edge delivers energy efficiency to large multinationals at scale, conducting impartial reviews of technical solutions, chosen equipment and supplier promises. Vivid Edge’s service model removes the barriers of complexity and economics that often prevent businesses from implementing long-term energy efficiency projects. Backed by institutional energy efficiency funds, Vivid Edge can support and scale projects globally. With Vivid Edge, more is possible!

Energy & Environment

Notable Achievements

Reduced lighting energy consumption in a large Telco by 82 percent - equivalent to powering 350 homes annually for eight years.
Secured €30 million facility from a European fund for energy efficiency projects.
Recognised by Cartier in their Global Awards programme for female impact entrepreneurs

Currently Operating in One Region

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April 17, 2025

Vivid Edge Founder Named A 2025 Impact Awardee - Business Eye

Vivid Edge's founder has been recognized as a 2025 Impact Awardee, highlighting the company's commitment to innovation and sustainability. This accolade underscores Vivid Edge's positive influence...

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April 15, 2025

Cartier invests $900,000 in nine inspiring impact entrepreneurs - WATCHPRO USA

Cartier has named nine inspiring women from across the globe who will be named as Impact Awardees at this year’s Cartier Women’s Initiative Impact Awards Ceremony. The initiative and annual awards...

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November 25, 2024

Supporting women entrepreneurs from initial idea to global business

“I went to Chicago this year with Growing for Growth as part of a group of 12 female entrepreneurs who were keen to break into the US market. It opened so many doors for us, and the mentors there...

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April 17, 2024

The Ripple Effect: Investing In Women Impact Entrepreneurs To Catalyze Global Change

Investing in women impact entrepreneurs can create a ripple effect, catalyzing global change. By supporting female-led businesses, we can address social and environmental issues while promoting...

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October 25, 2023

CPL founder Anne Heraty invests €500000 in energy solutions firm Vivid Edge

Anne Heraty, the founder of recruitment firm CPL, has invested €500,000 ($590,000) in Vivid Edge, an Irish energy solutions company. The investment will help Vivid Edge expand its operations and...

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October 14, 2021

Working Together for a brighter, cleaner, greener future

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