Guides, news, and insights on solar panels and renewable energy in Ireland.
Our comprehensive guide covering everything Irish homeowners need to know about going solar — costs, SEAI grants, and how to find the right installer.
Electric Ireland solar panels start from about €6,800 before the SEAI grant, or €6,000 to €7,000 after it for 10 to 14 panels. We check its prices, Dyness battery, 2-year warranty, deposit and offers against independent installers.
SSE Airtricity sells solar panels through Activ8 Solar Energies, with a 32c/kWh export rate in year one and 27c in year two. We check the terms, the missing prices, the 85% savings claim, finance and warranty against independent installers.
Budget 2027 has no electricity credit. Tax-free solar export income rises to €600, EV VRT relief runs to end 2028, Fuel Allowance rises to €43 with a €641 income limit, and carbon tax on heating oil and gas is cut. What is confirmed and what is not.
From 6 October 2026: a new €600 SEAI battery grant, €2,000 boiler scrappage, solar PV grants for homes built before 2025, free solar and batteries under the Warmer Homes Scheme, and 45% grants for business solar. What is confirmed and what is not.
Electric Ireland is raising electricity prices 8% and gas 7.7% from 1 July 2026, adding €138 a year to the average electricity bill. Here's the full breakdown, why it's happening, and how solar panels blunt the impact.
All five major Irish electricity suppliers must offer dynamic tariffs by 1 June 2026. Here's how solar + battery owners can save €400+ a year through wholesale-linked half-hourly pricing.
Bord Gáis solar costs €8,000–€11,700 before the grant. We check their Jinko 460W + Huawei kit, 0% finance and warranties against independent installers.
What are solar panels and how do they work? Plain-English guide covering types, costs, how they generate electricity, and whether they work in Ireland's climate.
Complete list of SEAI home energy grant amounts for 2026 — solar panels (€1,800), heat pumps (€14,500), insulation (€8,000), windows (€4,000), and more. Eligibility rules, amounts by property type, and how to apply.
Don't have a south-facing roof? East-west solar panels still produce 80-85% of optimal output. Here's how to get the best results from an east or west-facing roof in Ireland.