Skip to main content
057 86 22594 | All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training, regulatory and quality purposes
People First Credit Union
Login Register Lost Your PIN
057 86 22594 | All incoming and outgoing calls are recorded for training, regulatory and quality purposes
  • Loans

    Apply anytime, anywhere

    Our simple and flexible process is built to work around your busy day. Apply online, in branch, by phone or through our app.

    Apply Now
    Information Agri Loan Personal Loan Buy Now, Pay Later Mortgage HSE Cross Border Directive Loan Car Purchase Loan Community Loan Student Loan Business Loan Home Improvement Loan Green Energy Loan Debt Consolidation Loan
  • Services

    Make the most of your membership

    Your credit union offers more than you think. Explore member perks like insurance, foreign currencies, financial planning and more.

    Learn More
    Services Current‎ Account Nominations Car, Home, Pet Insurance Travel Insurance Cash Draw Foreign Exchange Financial Planning Loan Protection Insurance Life Savings Insurance Online Banking Scholarship Award Open Banking Mobile App Member Services Centre SEPA Instant Savings
  • Community

    We’re always backing local

    We fund local initiatives, highlight community heroes, and offer real support where it matters most.

    Learn More
    Community Community Funding Community Champions Award Fraud Prevention Volunteering Safeguarding your Account News & Events
  • Help & Support

    Support that works around you

    Our Member Services Centre offers phone and email support 6 days a week. Prefer face-to-face? All our branches open for five days each week.

    Contact Us
    Contact Us About Us Downloads Making a Complaint Careers Loan Repayment Difficulties Privacy Notices Annual Reports Central Credit Register Common Reporting Standard (CRS) FAQs SEPA Deposit Guarantee Scheme (DGS) Annual General Meeting Newsletter Signup
  • Youth Hub

    Money skills for life!

    Explore youth accounts, student loans, scholarships and real-life money tips - all built for our younger members.

    Learn More!
    Overview Art Competition Schools Hub Student Loan Scholarship Award School Quiz
  • Become a Member
  • Online Banking
    • Login
    • Register
    • Lost Your PIN
  • Home
  • Community
  • News & Events
  • Driving a Greener Future: Why More Irish Drivers Are Choosing EVs and Hybrids
Driving a Greener Future: Why More Irish Drivers Are Choosing EVs and Hybrids

30 June 2026

Driving a Greener Future: Why More Irish Drivers Are Choosing EVs and Hybrids

Rising fuel and energy costs are encouraging more people across Ireland to consider greener alternatives for both their transport and their homes. As a result, electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid cars continue to grow in popularity, offering lower running costs, improved fuel efficiency, and reduced emissions.

At the same time, many homeowners are investing in energy-saving improvements such as solar panels, insulation upgrades, and heat pumps to help reduce household energy bills and improve comfort year-round.

Supporting Your Green Journey🌱

At People First Credit Union, we understand that making greener choices often requires an initial investment. Whether you're considering an electric vehicle, a hybrid car, or energy-efficient upgrades for your home, we're committed to helping our members take the next step towards a more sustainable future.

Our Green Car Loan can help finance the purchase of an electric or hybrid vehicle, making the transition to cleaner, more cost-effective motoring more achievable.

Our Green Energy Loan is designed to support members who want to improve their home's energy efficiency through projects such as solar panel installation, insulation upgrades, heat pumps, or other sustainable improvements.

New EV Scrappage ICE2EV Scheme Support 🚗

The Government’s ICE2EV scheme is helping drivers move from petrol and diesel vehicles to electric and hybrid cars by offering supports of up to €8,500 towards the cost of switching to a cleaner vehicle.

At People First Credit Union, our Green Energy Loan can help cover any remaining balance after these incentives are applied, making it easier and more affordable for members to complete the move to a greener vehicle and reduce long-term running costs.

Electric Car Parked up being charged by charging unti

Talk to our team today and discover how a Green Car Loan or Green Energy Loan can help you save money, reduce your carbon footprint, and invest in a more sustainable future.

If you want to learn more, click below to find out how we can help.

GREEN ENERGY LOAN


Looking to install solar panels?

Our Green Energy Loan can help you make home improvements that bring you one step closer to a greener future.

  • Learn More
Back to News Share Buttons
Driving a Greener Future: Why More Irish Drivers Are Choosing EVs and Hybrids

Related Articles

People First Credit Union and JustCover are partnering to offer discounts to help their members save on their travel insurance.
16 Jun 2026

People First Credit Union and JustCover are partnering to offer discounts to help their members save on their travel insurance.

People First Credit Union members get straightforward travel insur...

Read More
People First Credit Union to Host Green Energy Event in Portlaoise Branch
03 Jun 2026

People First Credit Union to Host Green Energy Event in Portlaoise Branch

Join People First Credit Union's Green Energy Event in Portlaoise ...

Read More
Credit Unions ranked as Ireland’s most reputable organisation for the fourth year in a row
22 May 2026

Credit Unions ranked as Ireland’s most reputable organisation for the fourth year in a row

Read More
People First Credit Union publishes 2025 Social Impact Report
20 Mar 2026

People First Credit Union publishes 2025 Social Impact Report

Serving over 40,000 members across our branches in Abbeyleix, Athy...

Read More
Back to news

Portlaoise Branch

Address:
Head Office James Fintan Lalor Avenue, Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland, R32 XE18
Tel:
057 862 2594
Email:
info@peoplefirstcu.ie
Web:
www.peoplefirstcu.ie
Latitude:
53.0316443
Longitude:
-7.2995889
We're Open:
Tuesday 09:15 - 17:00
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:15 - 17:00
Friday 09:15 - 18:00
Saturday 09:15 - 13:00

Abbeyleix Branch

Address:
Credit Union House Main Street, Abbeyleix, Co. Laois, Ireland, R32 XHH0
Tel:
057 862 2594
Email:
info@peoplefirstcu.ie
Web:
www.peoplefirstcu.ie
Latitude:
52.9120133
Longitude:
-7.3521341
We're Open:
Tuesday 09:15 - 17:00 *
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00 *
Thursday 09:15 - 17.00 *
Friday 09:15 - 18:00
Saturday 09:15 - 12:45

Closed for lunch Tuesday - Thursday from 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm.
Open through lunch on Friday.

Athy Branch

Address:
13-14 Emily Square, Athy, Co. Kildare, Ireland, R14 XV40
Tel:
057 862 2594
Email:
info@peoplefirstcu.ie
Web:
www.peoplefirstcu.ie
Latitude:
52.9912234
Longitude:
-6.9852183
We're Open:
Monday 09:30 - 17:00 *
Tuesday 09:30 - 17:00 *
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00 *
Thursday 09:30 - 17:00 *
Friday 09:30 - 18:00

Closed for lunch Monday - Thursday from 12.30 pm to 1.30 pm.
Open through lunch on Friday.

Stradbally Branch

Address:
Unit 2 SuperValu Shopping Centre, Stradbally, Co. Laois, Ireland, R32 V065
Tel:
057 862 2594
Email:
info@peoplefirstcu.ie
Web:
www.peoplefirstcu.ie
Latitude:
53.017546
Longitude:
-7.150798
We're Open:
Wednesday 10:00 - 17:00 *
Friday 09:15 - 18:00 *
Saturday 09:15 - 13:00

Closed for lunch Wednesday and Friday from 12.30pm to 1.30pm.

Loan Office opening hours ¦ Foreign Exchange opening hours

  • Like Us on Facebook
  • Find Us on LinkedIn
  • Follow Us on Instagram
  • Find Us on Twitter
  • Send us an Email

People First Credit Union Ltd is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. Reg No. 137CU

Loans are subject to approval. Terms & Conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating which may limit your ability to access credit in the future.

  • Help
  • T&C
  • Cookie Notice
  • Website Privacy Statement
  • Accessibility Statement

Cookie Consent