Pinergy for Solar Panel Owners
Pinergy pays 25 c/kWh under the Clean Export Guarantee, credited monthly to your bill, currently the highest published standard rate in Ireland. The trade-off: Pinergy is a smaller supplier (~80,000 customers) and the published rate can change with 30 days notice, so the headline number is not a long-term commitment. Solar owners focused on maximising export earnings still come out ahead, but check the live rate before switching.
Last verified 6 May 2026
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
Quick Answer
Pinergy pays 25.0 c/kWh for exported solar electricity under the Clean Export Guarantee, monthly bill credit. Highest published standard CEG rate in Ireland. For a typical 4.4 kWp Irish home exporting around 2,000 kWh per year, that's about €500 in annual export earnings.
Pinergy Microgen / CEG Plan
| CEG rate | 25.0 c/kWh (inc VAT) |
| Payment frequency | Monthly bill credit |
| Smart meter required | Yes, for measured exports |
| Cap on exports paid | None published |
| Contract terms | 30 days notice on rate changes |
| Parent company | Pinergy (Irish-owned, founded 2013) |
Highest published standard CEG rate in Ireland.
What Pinergy 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 | Pinergy earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 2.6 kWp (6 panels) | 1,200 kWh | €300 |
| 3.5 kWp (8 panels) | 1,600 kWh | €400 |
| 4.4 kWp (10 panels) | 2,000 kWh | €500 |
| 5.3 kWp (12 panels) | 2,400 kWh | €600 |
| 5.3 kWp + battery | 1,400 kWh | €350 |
How CEG Payments Work with Pinergy
- Your installer notifies ESB Networks (NC6 form) to register your inverter as a microgenerator. Pinergy cannot pay CEG until ESBN approves this.
- You register with Pinergy 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 Pinergy automatically.
- CEG payment lands monthly bill credit as a bill credit (or cash payout where supported).
- Subsequent payments are automatic unless you change supplier or move house.
Switching to or from Pinergy
Switching to Pinergy
- 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 Pinergy
- 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
Pinergy vs Other Suppliers for Solar
| Supplier | CEG Rate | Payment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Ireland | 19.50 c/kWh | Per billing cycle | Pinergy vs Electric Ireland |
| Bord Gáis Energy | 18.50 c/kWh | Quarterly bill credit (after 3-month wait) | Pinergy vs Bord Gáis Energy |
| SSE Airtricity | 19.50 c/kWh | Quarterly bill credit | Pinergy vs SSE Airtricity |
| Energia | 18.50 c/kWh | Bi-monthly bill credit | Pinergy vs Energia |
See the full ranking on our CEG rate comparison page.
Pinergy Microgen FAQ
What is the Pinergy CEG rate in 2026?
Pinergy pays 25.0 c/kWh (inclusive of VAT) for exported solar electricity, monthly bill credit.
When does Pinergy pay CEG?
Pinergy pays CEG monthly bill credit as a bill credit on your electricity account.
Can I switch to Pinergy 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 Pinergy and CEG payments resume from the next billing cycle.
Does Pinergy cap how many kWh of export it pays for?
Pinergy: None published.
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 Pinergy the best supplier for solar?
Pinergy's CEG rate of 25.0 c/kWh ranks 1st 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
- Pinergy , pinergy.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.