At Activ8 Solar Energies, we’re always keeping an eye on the numbers that matter most for Irish homeowners and businesses thinking about solar. And when it comes to sunshine, 2025 has been a genuinely remarkable year for Dublin Airport – and for solar generation potential across the region.

Ireland has officially reached 1 gigawatt (GW) of rooftop solar, a landmark moment in our clean-energy journey – and one that belongs to communities right across the country.

Discover how Activ8, in partnership with SSE Airtricity and Gyproc Ireland (Saint-Gobain), transformed an unused site in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan into a 2.5MW solar farm now generating 15% of the site’s electricity — a milestone for industrial sustainability and innovative land reuse.

Activ8 Solar Energies is proud to announce that we have been awarded Solar Rooftop Project of the Year for our landmark installation at Glenpatrick Spring. The award was presented at the inaugural Irish Renewable Energy Awards, held at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, an event jointly delivered by Wind Energy Ireland and Solar Ireland to celebrate the innovators transforming Ireland’s energy future.

Activ8 Energies, Ireland’s largest solar panel installer, has been confirmed as the sponsor of TG4’s new property series, Buildings Beo. The sponsorship was secured in partnership with Buymedia, Ireland’s leading ad-tech platform for media planning, buying and measurement.

Solar power has gained significant popularity in recent years, and for a good reason. It's an abundant, clean, and sustainable source of energy that can significantly reduce your carbon footprint while saving you money on energy bills. If you're new to solar power, this guide is here to help you understand the basics and get started on your journey to harnessing the power of the sun. Welcome to Activ8 Energies' Solar Power For Beginners Guide!

Solar PV and batteries are incredible technologies — they make your home more efficient, resilient, and sustainable. But when it comes to back-up power, the key is to stay realistic and practical. At Activ8, we’ll always give you the honest picture — so you can make smart energy decisions that work for your home, your budget, and the Irish weather.

We are absolutely delighted to announce that Activ8 Energies has once again been awarded Green Energy Supplier of the Year 2025 at Ireland’s Climate Change Leadership Awards! Winning this prestigious title for the second consecutive year is a powerful testament to our unwavering commitment to Ireland’s renewable energy future and our mission to create a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable world.

Activ8 Solar Energies has been officially recognised for its outstanding contribution to renewable energy, winning the Best Energy Achievement in Utilities at the 2025 Best Energy Achievement Awards. This accolade reflects the company’s unwavering commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence in Ireland’s green energy sector.

Activ8 isn’t just celebrating; it’s reaffirming its position as a benchmark for excellence and change. The company is proud to announce its recognition as a Requalifier Winner at the 2025 Deloitte Ireland’s Best Managed Companies Awards, a testament to its sustained growth, relentless innovation, and a company culture that continues to inspire progress.

Whether you’ve landed your dream home or are setting about transforming a fixer-upper, the benefits of home improvement extend well beyond a fresh coat of paint. More and more people in Ireland are taking steps to make their home more energy-efficient. Naturally, at Activ8 Energies, we’re big believers in the benefits of solar panels and the power they provide, so we make it our mission to help on this journey. With that in mind, let’s look at the specific home improvement grants available.

Through a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA), companies can have a solar PV system installed, operated and maintained on their premises without any upfront investment. Instead, the business commits to buying the electricity generated at a fixed, competitive rate over the term of the agreement. It’s a simple structure that gives instant access to renewable energy, shields against unpredictable energy markets, and supports the transition to net zero.‍

With solar power, that can be a little tricky, especially in a situation like we mentioned earlier where a country like Ireland cannot guarantee blazing sunshine around the clock. As noted, the panels generate direct current electricity, which is then converted to alternating current (AC) via an inverter. This electricity is then used to power whatever household items and appliances require it. Excess electricity produced by solar panels can be stored in a battery or a separate storage solution. 

You may well think that ‘Ireland’ and ‘solar power’ don’t fit as naturally together as you’d like them to, given frequent inconsistency in our weather patterns and the difficulty in guaranteeing prolonged periods of sunshine, even in the summer months. According to Met Éireann, Ireland’s annual sunshine totals for 2024 ranged from 1,163 hours to 1,377 hours, while the highest number of daily sunshine hours clocked in at 15.9 hours. For context, a ‘dull day’ is classified as a day with less than 0.5 hours of sunshine. 

Activ8 Energies, Ireland’s leading solar panel provider, has acquired UK-based Low Carbon Energy in a strategic move to expand its footprint across the UK renewables sector. The acquisition aims to double Activ8’s solar capacity, positioning it as the UK’s top commercial and industrial solar installer. Low Carbon Energy, known for its work with major brands like BMW, Boeing, and the NHS, will continue operating under its current name, led by Managing Director Benedict Ennis. This partnership follows Activ8’s recent £3 million solar farm project at Liverpool’s John Lennon Airport and aligns with the UK’s growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.