Government grants can cover a large part of your solar installation, whether you’re a homeowner, farmer or business owner. Here’s everything you can claim and how to get it.
Ireland offers several solar support schemes for homes, farms, businesses and vulnerable households.
For homeowners and landlords installing solar PV.
Up to €1,800
For homeowners adding a battery of 5kWh or larger.
Up to €600
For homeowners receiving certain social welfare payments.
Up to €9,000
Support for homes relying on life-support medical equipment.
Free 2kW system
Support towards eligible solar thermal systems.
Up to €1,200
For businesses, farms, schools, community centres and non-profits.
Up to €325,200
Most eligible homes can claim the full grant by installing a system of 4kWp or more.
✔ Homeowners and private landlords can qualify.
✔ Your home must have an electricity meter number (MPRN).
✔ Your home must have been built and lived in before 2025.
✔ The property must not have received a solar panel grant before.
| System Size | Grant |
|---|---|
| 1kWp | €700 |
| 2kWp | €1,400 |
| 3kWp | €1,600 |
| 4kWp or more | €1,800 |
Add a home battery and claim a further €600. The battery must be 5kWh or larger.
Eligible households receiving certain social welfare payments can receive up to €8,400 towards solar panels plus €600 towards a battery.
Homes where someone relies on electrically powered medical equipment may qualify for a free 2kW solar system.
Get up to €1,200 towards a solar thermal system that heats your home’s hot water.
Businesses, farms, schools, community centres and non-profits can claim around 45% of the cost of a solar PV system.
The enhanced rate is available for new applications until 6 July 2027.
| System Size | Grant Amount |
|---|---|
| 1kWp | €1,800 |
| 2kWp | €3,600 |
| 3kWp | €4,200 |
| 4kWp to 6kWp | €4,800 |
| 10kWp | €7,200 |
| 20kWp | €13,200 |
| 50kWp | €25,200 |
| 100kWp | €45,200 |
| 200kWp | €85,200 |
| 1,000kWp (1MW) | €325,200 |
The first €400 a year earned from exporting electricity is tax-free.
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No. Your grant must be approved before any work begins or any equipment is bought.
Yes. One application covers both, for up to €2,400.
Yes. One application covers both, for up to €2,400.
Allow at least four weeks after approval for the grid connection. Installation itself usually takes one or two days, and the grant is normally paid four to six weeks after the paperwork and BER are submitted.
Yes. A post-installation BER is required before a home grant can be paid. Book it as soon as your installation date is confirmed.
The home solar grant is expected to reduce in the coming years and is due to end in 2029. Applying now locks in today’s rate.
Homeowners can receive a maximum grant of €1,800 for solar PV systems up to 4 kWp. Farmers are eligible for 60% funding, with a maximum grant of €54,000 for systems up to 62 kWp. Businesses can apply for grants covering solar PV systems up to 1,000 kWp, with a maximum funding of €162,600. These grants help reduce energy costs and promote sustainability. Homeowners, farmers, and businesses can all take advantage of this opportunity to install solar PV systems with government support.
The SEAI provides a government-funded grant of up to €300 to assist homeowners in installing an electric vehicle (EV) charge point. To qualify, you’ll need proof of ownership for an eligible EV, whether new or second-hand. You can apply and install the charger before receiving your vehicle, making the transition to electric driving more affordable and convenient. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your EV experience!
The SSRH is a government initiative designed to promote renewable energy use in the heat sector. Available to commercial, industrial, agricultural, and public sector users, the scheme offers funding of up to 30% of eligible installation costs for renewable technologies. This includes air, ground, and water source heat pumps, making it easier for businesses to adopt greener and more sustainable energy solutions. Take advantage of this opportunity to reduce your environmental impact and energy costs!
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