Are Solar Panels Worth it in Ireland? – Calculating the ROI of Solar Panels
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.
Guide to Home Solar Power Battery Storage
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.
The Benefits of Solar PPAs: Lower Energy Costs, No Upfront Investment
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.
What Grants Are Available for Home Improvements in Ireland
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.
Activ8 Energies powers up for UK expansion with Low Carbon Energy deal
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.
Guide to Solar Grants in Ireland 2025
When discussing your Solar PV system with one of our solar experts, we run through the amount relevant to your system size (up to a max of €1,800). We have always and will continue to always give the amount of the grant off the price of your system at the point of purchase. We then administer all grant work in Activ8 and retrospectively claim the grant back, in the months following installation. This allows you to avail of the full grant amount up front, rather than waiting months and enduring the process alone.
Activ8 Energies, Liffey Meats, and SEAI Celebrate Energisation of Ireland’s Largest Co-Located Solar and Wind Energy Project
Activ8 Solar Energies, Ireland’s leading solar provider, in partnership with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and Liffey Meats, announces the official energisation of the Liffey Meats Solar Farm, Ireland’s largest behind-the-meter co-located renewable energy installation. This landmark €3 million project combines a 4.5MW solar farm with an existing 3MW wind turbine at Liffey Meats’ facility in Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan, marking a major milestone for renewable energy integration within Ireland’s agri-food sector.
Activ8 Solar Energies Shines Bright with Excellence in Recruitment & Retention Award
Activ8 Solar Energies has been recognised with the Excellence in Recruitment & Retention award at the Workplace Excellence Awards, a celebration of businesses committed to creating exceptional workplaces.
How to Earn up to €8,000 with the Activ8 Energies Referral System
Every time you refer someone who sits an appointment with our team, you’ll receive €25. If that appointment converts to a sale, you’ll receive an additional €225, bringing your total reward to a generous €250 per referral.
The Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Awards 2025
We were proud to once again partner with Inver College, Carrickmacross for the Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Awards 2025, supporting and celebrating students preparing for college.
