Powering Irish Industry from the Ground Up: Activ8 Energies and Gyproc, part of Saint-Gobain, deliver landmark solar project on revitalised site
Activ8 Solar Energies has announced the completion of a 2.5MW solar installation at Gyproc’s manufacturing facility in Kingscourt, Co. Cavan, marking one of Ireland’s most technically advanced and complex commercial solar projects to date.
How Solar Panels Impact BER Ratings in Ireland
Do solar panels improve your BER rating in Ireland? Learn how solar affects your home’s energy rating and what it means for efficiency and value.
Peak Electricity Times in Ireland: How Solar Helps You Save More
When is electricity most expensive in Ireland? Learn about peak times, smart tariffs and how solar panels can help reduce your costs.
Turning Solar Into a Shared Opportunity: Pat & Kate’s Referral Story
Discover how Pat & Kate saved on energy bills and earned rewards through Activ8 Solar Energies’ referral programme. Learn how their solar investment paid off and helped friends and family go solar.
What Does It Really Cost to Upgrade Your Home in Ireland?
If you’ve been considering a home energy upgrade, one of the biggest questions is simple: how much will it actually cost me? New data from Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) gives us a clear, real-world snapshot of what homeowners paid in 2025 under the One Stop Shop scheme—and the numbers are both revealing and encouraging.
Solar Panels Westmeath: Are They Worth It?
Thinking about solar panels in Westmeath? Learn whether they’re worth it, available SEAI grants, potential savings and why more Westmeath homeowners are making the switch.
Activ8 Energies Unveils LunarPV™ – A Breakthrough in Night-Time Solar Generation
Activ8 Energies has today announced the launch of LunarPV™, an innovative solar PV module designed to generate electricity both during the day and after sunset, marking a significant step forward in solar technology.
Activ8 delivers 18% of Ireland’s 1 GW rooftop solar milestone
Ireland has officially reached 1 gigawatt (GW) of rooftop solar – a major milestone in the country’s clean energy transition. But behind that headline figure is a more powerful story about delivery, scale and impact. Activ8 has installed approximately 180 MW of that total – accounting for 18% of all rooftop solar capacity in Ireland today.
Can Businesses Sell Solar Electricity Back to the Grid in Ireland?
Can Irish businesses sell solar electricity back to the grid? Learn how export payments work, what to expect and how solar can generate additional value.
Power Purchase Agreements Explained: Solar for UK Businesses and Organisations Without Upfront Cost
What is a Power Purchase Agreement? Learn how UK businesses and organisations can install solar with no upfront cost through PPAs with Activ8 Energies and SSE Airtricity.