EcoPower for Solar Panel Owners
EcoPower pays 15.2 c/kWh under its Clean Export Guarantee, the lowest standard rate among the active Irish suppliers we track, credited quarterly. EcoPower is a smaller Irish-owned supplier, and most solar exporters will earn meaningfully more by switching to one of the higher-paying alternatives below.
Last verified 6 May 2026
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
Quick Answer
EcoPower pays 15.20 c/kWh for exported solar electricity under the Clean Export Guarantee, quarterly. Lowest published standard CEG rate of the active suppliers tracked. For a typical 4.4 kWp Irish home exporting around 2,000 kWh per year, that's about €304 in annual export earnings.
EcoPower Microgen / CEG Plan
| CEG rate | 15.20 c/kWh (inc VAT) |
| Payment frequency | Quarterly |
| Smart meter required | Yes, for measured exports |
| Cap on exports paid | None published |
| Contract terms | Standard supply contract |
| Parent company | EcoPower (Irish-owned) |
Lowest published standard CEG rate of the active suppliers tracked.
EcoPower Rates & Prices for Solar Homes
Your solar export earnings only tell half the story. What you pay to import electricity at night and on dull days matters just as much. Here is what EcoPower charges a new customer on a standard 24-hour urban meter, alongside an estimated annual bill at typical usage (4,200 kWh).
| Import unit rate | 35.53 c/kWh (inc VAT) |
| Standing charge | €277.40/year |
| Est. annual bill | €1770 at 4,200 kWh/yr |
New-customer discounted rate, standard 24-hour urban meter, inc 9% VAT. Import rates verified 13 May 2026.
What EcoPower CEG Is Worth to You
Annual export earnings depend on system size and how much of your generation you self-consume.
| System size | Typical annual export | EcoPower earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 2.6 kWp (6 panels) | 1,200 kWh | €182 |
| 3.5 kWp (8 panels) | 1,600 kWh | €243 |
| 4.4 kWp (10 panels) | 2,000 kWh | €304 |
| 5.3 kWp (12 panels) | 2,400 kWh | €365 |
| 5.3 kWp + battery | 1,400 kWh | €213 |
How CEG Payments Work with EcoPower
- Your installer notifies ESB Networks (NC6 form) to register your inverter as a microgenerator. EcoPower cannot pay CEG until ESBN approves this.
- You register with EcoPower via their app, account portal or customer service, including MPRN, NC6 confirmation and IBAN.
- Your smart meter records imports and exports half-hourly, with readings flowing to EcoPower automatically.
- CEG payment lands quarterly as a bill credit (or cash payout where supported).
- Subsequent payments are automatic unless you change supplier or move house.
Switching to or from EcoPower
Switching to EcoPower
- Sign up online or by phone, switch completes in 2–14 days
- Re-register your microgenerator (NC6 + MPRN)
- First CEG credit lands at the next billing cycle
- Existing exports during the switch are paid by your old supplier
Switching away from EcoPower
- Check for early-exit fees on your tariff (most CEG plans don't charge)
- Final bill clears any outstanding CEG credit
- CEG isn't portable, re-register with new supplier
- Best time: end of your billing period to capture all earnings
EcoPower vs Other Suppliers for Solar
| Supplier | CEG Rate | Payment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bord Gáis Energy | 18.50 c/kWh | Quarterly bill credit (after 3-month wait) | EcoPower vs Bord Gáis Energy |
| Electric Ireland | 19.50 c/kWh | Per billing cycle | EcoPower vs Electric Ireland |
| Pinergy | 25.0 c/kWh | Monthly bill credit | EcoPower vs Pinergy |
| PrePayPower | 15.89 c/kWh | Twice yearly | EcoPower vs PrePayPower |
See the full ranking on our CEG rate comparison page.
EcoPower Review: Is It Good for Solar?
EcoPower is a small Irish-owned supplier with the lowest standard CEG rate of the active suppliers we track, at 15.2 c/kWh paid quarterly. Without a premium tier or stand-out import pricing to offset it, solar owners focused on export earnings will almost always do better elsewhere.
EcoPower ranks 9th of 9 on export rate. Whether it suits you depends on your full bill, not just the export rate, so we weigh import prices, standing charge, payment speed and any restrictions below.
Pros
- Import unit rate of 35.53 c/kWh is competitive for everyday usage.
- No published cap on the volume of exports paid for.
Cons
- Standard CEG rate of 15.20 c/kWh sits near the bottom of the market (ranked 9th of 9); higher-paying suppliers exist.
Bottom line: EcoPower is hard to recommend on export rate alone. Consider it only if a sign-up bonus, low import price, or a partnership tier offsets the lower CEG, and compare against higher-paying suppliers first.
EcoPower Microgen FAQ
What is the EcoPower CEG rate in 2026?
EcoPower pays 15.20 c/kWh (inclusive of VAT) for exported solar electricity, quarterly.
When does EcoPower pay CEG?
EcoPower pays CEG quarterly as a bill credit on your electricity account.
Can I switch to EcoPower as a solar owner?
Yes. Every Irish supplier is required by law to offer a CEG tariff. Switching takes 2–14 days and you don't lose power. You re-register your microgenerator with EcoPower and CEG payments resume from the next billing cycle.
Does EcoPower cap how many kWh of export it pays for?
EcoPower: None published.
What are EcoPower's electricity rates and price per kWh?
EcoPower's standard residential price is 35.53 c/kWh per unit (inc VAT) on a new-customer 24-hour urban plan, plus a standing charge of €277.40/year. At typical usage of 4,200 kWh a year that works out to an estimated €1770 bill before any solar self-consumption or export credit. Discounted new-customer rates change often, so confirm the live price with EcoPower before switching.
Who owns EcoPower?
EcoPower is part of EcoPower (Irish-owned).
Is the CEG payment taxable?
Under Section 216D of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 (as extended by Finance Act 2025 to 31 December 2028), the first €400 per year of CEG export income is exempt from income tax. Income above that is taxable.
Is EcoPower the best supplier for solar?
EcoPower's CEG rate of 15.20 c/kWh ranks 9th of 9 in the Irish market. The 'best' supplier depends on your overall bill, not just export rate, compare import unit rates, standing charges and any sign-up bonuses on our hub page.
Sources
- EcoPower , ecopower.ie
- CRU, Microgeneration consumer information , cru.ie
Last verified: 6 May 2026
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
John Rooney is the founder of Solar Info and has been covering the Irish solar energy market since 2023. He fact-checks all content against official SEAI data and maintains relationships with SEAI-registered installers across Ireland.
Compare All CEG Rates
Switching to the highest-paying supplier is worth €100–€300 a year on a typical 4.4 kWp system. See how every Irish supplier ranks on our full Clean Export Guarantee comparison.