Activ8 Solar Energies has been recognised with the Best Achievement in Harnessing Solar Energy award at the Best Energy Achievement Awards 2026, following its success at the 2025 awards.
The award recognises Activ8’s work delivering a landmark solar project for Gyproc Ireland at its Kingscourt facility in Co. Cavan, Ireland’s largest solar installation on a capped landfill site.
The 2.5 MWp installation features 3,556 solar panels and generates approximately 2,145 MWh of renewable electricity each year, helping to avoid an estimated 502 tonnes of CO₂ annually.
The project presented a unique engineering challenge. As the solar array was installed on a capped landfill, traditional ground-penetrating foundations could not be used.
Activ8 developed a custom-engineered ballasted mounting system, allowing the solar array to be installed while maintaining the integrity of the capped site.
The project also uses a fully funded Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SSE Airtricity, meaning Gyproc could access the benefits of large-scale renewable energy without an upfront capital investment.
The Kingscourt installation demonstrates how innovative solar solutions can deliver significant energy and carbon benefits while overcoming challenging site conditions.
With more than 2,000 MWh of renewable electricity generated annually and hundreds of tonnes of CO₂ avoided each year, the project provides a practical example of how industrial sites can accelerate their transition to renewable energy.
Activ8 is proud to continue delivering practical, scalable solar solutions that help businesses reduce emissions, generate renewable energy and progress towards a more sustainable energy future.
As one of Ireland’s leading renewable energy companies, Activ8 Solar Energies has earned national recognition for innovation, sustainability and customer excellence. Over the past 18 months, the company’s achievements have been recognised at the Green Awards, All-Ireland Sustainability Awards, Business Energy Achievement Awards, Climate Change Leadership Awards, Health & Safety Excellence Awards, and the Guaranteed Irish Business Awards, as well as through Deloitte Best Managed Company status. These accolades reflect Activ8’s leadership across renewable energy, sustainability, business performance, customer experience and operational excellence.
As Activ8 continued to grow, it also strengthened its governance structures through the appointment of an Independent Non-Executive Director. Bringing valuable external insight and strategic oversight to the board, the role has enhanced decision-making and accountability, helping position the business for its next phase of sustainable growth and long-term success.
