This grant is based on the date the electricity meter was installed, and it is different from other grants where the home must have been constructed before 2011.
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Conditions of the Scheme
All homeowners and private landlords whose homes have been built and occupied prior to 2021 are eligible.
Once fitted, the solar panels on your roof are connected to an inverter and in some cases a battery.
The cost of solar panels and solar energy systems that you choose
Below we've laid out an estimation of potential annual savings and payback periods for solar panel installations.
How much power your home or business needs will determine the cost of the solar panels you choose and the solar energy system that you purchase.
We are engaging with schools across Ireland and changing the way communities think about energy.
You will be able to receive specific advice depending on your situation.
Solar PV, also called Photovoltaic, uses the sun's energy to convert daylight into renewable energy. The electricity is then consumed within the home, reducing your need to buy energy from a supplier. When a Solar PV system produces more energy than a home needs, the extra energy can go to your immersion heater. Solar PV is not to be confused with Solar Thermal - while Solar Thermal heats water only, Solar PV gives you free electricity and hot water. Watch our promotional video here for even more information.
An energy efficient alternative to conventional home heating; having a heat pump installed could help you save money on your energy bills.
Solis offers a free app and a web portal with an easy to use interface
Built before 2011
SEAI's solar electricity grant is most helpful if your plan includes
Allow 4 to 6 weeks after that for payment. If an inspection is necessary, this time will be extended.
We work with schools and communities to help
This grant can help you with the costs of installing solar PV panels in your home to generate renewable electricity. All homeowners, including private landlords, whose homes were built and occupied before 2021 can apply. This is defined as the date your electricity meter was installed and is different to other grant measures where the home must be built before 2011.
Installing solar PV panels on your roof to produce renewable electricity can be made affordable with this grant.
This grant is based on the date the electricity meter was installed, and it is different from other grants where the home must have been constructed before 2011.
The market. The charger comes with a warranty of 10 years or 10,000 charging cycles.
Yes, solar panels still generate electricity on cloudy days, although the efficiency is reduced compared to sunny days. Solar panels can harness diffuse sunlight, which penetrates cloud cover, ensuring some level of energy production even during overcast weather in Ireland.
The size of the solar system needed for your home depends on your electricity consumption, roof space, and budget. In Ireland, a typical home might install a 3-4 kWp system, which covers a significant portion of an average household's energy needs.
In Ireland, solar panels can be installed year-round, but spring and summer offer the best conditions for installation and immediate energy production due to longer daylight hours and generally better weather, facilitating easier and faster installation.