Pinergy vs Yuno Energy for Solar Panels: Which Pays More?
Both Pinergy and Yuno Energy pay solar households for the electricity they export to the grid under the Clean Export Guarantee scheme, but the rates, payment cadences and conditions differ. Here is a side-by-side comparison from a solar owner's perspective: who pays more, who pays faster, and which suits which household.
Last verified 2 July 2026
Fact-checked by John Rooney, Solar Energy Editor. Editorial policy
Quick Answer
Pinergy pays the higher CEG rate at 18.50 c/kWh versus Yuno Energy at 15.89 c/kWh. For a typical 4.4 kWp Irish solar home exporting 2,000 kWh/year, the difference is €52 per year. The cheaper rate isn't always the wrong call though, import unit rates, standing charges and contract terms can offset a small CEG gap. Always compare the total annual bill rather than the export rate alone.
Pinergy vs Yuno Energy at a Glance
| Feature | Pinergy | Yuno Energy |
|---|---|---|
| CEG export rate | 18.50 c/kWh | 15.89 c/kWh |
| Payment frequency | Monthly bill credit | Twice yearly |
| Cap on paid exports | None published | Partnership rate restricted to PV Generation |
| Smart meter required | Yes | Yes |
| Customer base | ~80,000 | Newer entrant |
| Parent company | Pinergy (Irish-owned, founded 2013) | PrePayPower / Yuno Energy |
| Annual CEG earnings (4.4 kWp, 2,000 kWh export) | €370 | €318 |
CEG Rate: Pinergy vs Yuno Energy
Pinergy
18.50 c/kWh
Reduced from 25 c/kWh to 18.5 c/kWh ex-VAT effective 1 August 2026, bringing it into line with the mid-market. Monthly bill credit.
Read full Pinergy review →Yuno Energy
15.89 c/kWh
14.58 c ex-VAT. Partnership rate of 29 c/kWh for PV Generation installer customers only.
Read full Yuno Energy review →On rate alone, Pinergy wins by 2.61 c/kWh. On a typical 4.4 kWp system exporting around 2,000 kWh per year, that adds up to €52 per year in additional export earnings.
Earnings by System Size
| System | Annual export | Pinergy | Yuno Energy | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.6 kWp (6 panels) | 1,200 kWh | €222 | €191 | €31 |
| 3.5 kWp (8 panels) | 1,600 kWh | €296 | €254 | €42 |
| 4.4 kWp (10 panels) | 2,000 kWh | €370 | €318 | €52 |
| 5.3 kWp (12 panels) | 2,400 kWh | €444 | €381 | €63 |
| 5.3 kWp + battery | 1,400 kWh | €259 | €222 | €37 |
Verdict: Pinergy or Yuno Energy?
Pinergy wins on rate at 18.5 c/kWh versus Yuno Energy at 15.89 c/kWh, a 2.61 c/kWh gap worth roughly €52 per year on a typical 4.4 kWp Irish system exporting 2,000 kWh. Pinergy cut its rate from 25 c/kWh on 1 August 2026, so the gap is smaller than it once was, but it still comes out ahead. Note Yuno's 29 c/kWh partnership tier is restricted to PV Generation installer customers and is not available on switch-in.
Whichever you pick, also consider the import unit rate, standing charge, and any sign-up bonuses, CEG income is rarely the deciding factor on its own. See our full CEG rate comparison for all eleven Irish suppliers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who pays more for solar export, Pinergy or Yuno Energy?
Pinergy pays 18.50 c/kWh versus Yuno Energy at 15.89 c/kWh. The difference is 2.61 c/kWh, worth roughly €52 per year on a typical 4.4 kWp Irish home system.
How often does Pinergy pay CEG?
Pinergy pays CEG monthly bill credit.
How often does Yuno Energy pay CEG?
Yuno Energy pays CEG twice yearly.
Can I switch suppliers without losing CEG payments?
Yes. Switching takes 2–14 days and you don't lose power. Outstanding CEG with your old supplier clears on your final bill; you re-register the microgenerator with your new supplier and CEG resumes from the next bill.
Does either supplier cap how much export it pays for?
Pinergy: None published. Yuno Energy: Partnership rate restricted to PV Generation.
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.
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Sources
- Pinergy , pinergy.ie
- Yuno Energy , yunoenergy.ie
Last verified: 2 July 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.
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Pinergy and Yuno Energy are two of eleven Irish suppliers offering a Clean Export Guarantee tariff. See how all of them rank on our full comparison.