Connection Day January 2024
What a day we had our Connection offsite day at Castleknock Hotel for the entire Activ8 team on Friday 5th January. This was a historic day for us. It was the first day we as a company had all of our employees in the one room. Our employees travelled from our offices and bases all across the country to connect.
Portugal Shines as a Renewable Energy Leader
Portugal achieved a ground-breaking milestone by powering the entire country with renewable energy for a full weekend, showcasing its commitment to sustainability. Solar power, generating 6.6 GWh, played a key role in this success. Portugal aims to generate 80% of its electricity from renewables by 2026 and be entirely renewable-powered by 2040.
Activ8 Exceeds Energy Expectations: A Green Milestone
At Activ8 Solar Energies, we’ve always had a vision for a cleaner, greener future. It’s not just about providing sustainable energy solutions for our clients but also about practicing what we preach. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce a major milestone: we’ve produced more electricity than we consumed at our headquarters in NEXUS N2 Business Park, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, for four consecutive months – April, May, June, and July 2023. This achievement marks a significant step towards our commitment to sustainability.
Activ8 Solar Energies announces sponsorship of Monaghan GAA
Activ8 Solar Energies, Ireland’s premier domestic and commercial solar company, today announced the agreement with Monaghan GAA County Board for the sponsorship of both Monaghan’s men’s football and hurling teams for the next three years. The sponsorship sets the stage for an exciting era of growth and development with the GAA in Monaghan.
Activ8 Powers Forward: Ireland’s Leading Solar Panel Company acquires 50% of Allbrite
Activ8 Energies, a prominent solar panel company in Ireland, has announced its strategic acquisition of Allbrite, a leading heat pump company. This move strengthens Activ8’s position in renewable energy solutions, combining solar and heat pump expertise. The merger supports Ireland’s Climate Action Plan, targeting 600,000 heat pump installations by 2030. With Activ8’s support, Allbrite aims to become the country’s largest heat pump installer, expecting rapid growth and job creation. The partnership reflects shared values and a commitment to a sustainable future, offering comprehensive energy solutions for Ireland’s communities.
Government Approves Grants for Businesses Installing Solar PV Panels
In recent news, it has been reported that the government is in the process of announcing a new grant scheme to support businesses in installing solar PV panels. The scheme, proposed by Minister Eamon Ryan and Minister Simon Coveney, will offer tiered grants ranging from €2,700 to €162,500 for the installation of panels and associated infrastructure on non-residential commercial and public sector buildings.
Solar Energy Solutions for Businesses: 5 Ways Solar Panels Can Benefit Your Company
Solar panels offer businesses cost savings, ROI, tax incentives, environmental impact, and energy independence. By generating electricity from the sun, businesses reduce costs and dependence on the grid, showcasing sustainability commitment, attracting eco-conscious customers, and ensuring uninterrupted power supply during outages.
SSE Airtricity launches new ‘first and best in market’ solar installation offering — Exclusive To Activ8 Installations
SSE Airtricity, along with our team here at Activ8, have launched a new solar product that will ensure customers are paid a market leading 34c per kWh for excess solar energy produced and exported back to the grid. New and existing SSE Airtricity customers who have had their solar panels installed with Activ8 from April 13, 2023, will be eligible to be paid a premium of 10 cent per kWh exported on top of the current 24 cent export rate, for two years.
May 1st 2023: 0% VAT on Solar Panel Installations
With a zero rate of VAT now available to consumers, it is sought to reduce the average cost of the supply and installation of solar panels for customers by €1,000 and would thus help support households reducing their electricity bills, according to the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications. The Department of Finance has estimated that the measure will cost €19 million annually.
Activ8 Statement — Government Announce Forthcoming 0% VAT on Solar Panel Installations
We want to take this opportunity to reflect on the forthcoming introduction of a 0% VAT rate on solar and what that means for customers, installers and all of those interested in solar panel installations in 2023. Read our statement in full.
