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Solar PV Grants Available for Everyone

Sunergy Solar offers a once-off grant for the purchase and installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels for your home. This grant is provided by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). To qualify, you must apply for and receive a grant offer from SEAI before installing your solar panels or beginning any related work.

New Home SEAI Grants for Solar PV Systems

This grant aims to help you install Solar PV panels to generate renewable electricity for your home. Explore the grant values and application process below.

Grant Values for Solar Electricity

Grants are distributed on a pro-rata basis. For example, a 2.5kWp system would receive €1,950.

Grant Type	Value	Example
Solar PV Grant	€900 per kWp up to 2kWp	€1800 for 2kWp solar panels
	€300 for each additional kWp up to 4kWp	Maximum grant capped at €2400
		€2100 for 3kWp solar panels

Eligibility Criteria

Steps to Apply for the Home SEAI Grant

Homeowners, including private landlords, with homes built and occupied before 2021 are eligible to apply. The eligibility date is determined by the installation date of your electricity meter, differing from other grants requiring homes built before 2011.

Non-Domestic Microgen Grant (NDMG) Overview

The Non-Domestic Microgen Grant (NDMG) supports businesses and other sectors in installing solar PV panels to generate on-site electricity. This technology helps reduce commercial electricity costs, enhance supply security, and improve sustainability. Grants are available for systems up to 1000kWp.

Advantages of Choosing Solar PV

Solar PV modules generate electricity and come with numerous benefits:

- Lower your electricity bills.

- Show your commitment to sustainability.

- Support Ireland’s climate goals.

Access government grants up to €162,600.

Grant Amounts for Solar PV Systems

Grant amounts are based on the output of your solar PV system, up to a maximum of 1000kWp. Systems exceeding this size are not eligible for the NDMG grant. The maximum grant available is €162,600*.

*Based on the maximum system size of 1000kWp.

Solar PV System Size	Grant Amount
1kWp*	€900
2kWp	€1,800
3kWp	€2,100
4kWp	€2,400
5kWp	€2,400
6kWp	€2,400
7kWp – 20kWp	€300/kWp
21kWp – 200kWp	€200/kWp
201kWp – 1000kWp (1MWp)	€150/kWp

*kilo Watt peak (standard test output of a PV panel).

Example: A typical 30kWp solar PV system usually consists of 75 solar PV panels covering 125m2.

Example Solar PV System Sizes and Corresponding Grant Values

Solar PV System Size	Grant Amount
7kWp	€2,700
15kWp	€5,100
20kWp	€6,600
30kWp	€8,600
50kWp	€12,600
100kWp	€22,600
200kWp	€42,600
300kWp	€57,600
400kWp	€72,600
500kWp	€87,600
1000kWp	€162,600 (max grant)

New Home SEAI Grants for Solar PV Systems

This grant aims to help you install Solar PV panels to generate renewable electricity for your home. Explore the grant values and application process below.

Grant Values for Solar Electricity

Grants are distributed on a pro-rata basis. For example, a 2.5kWp system would receive €1,950.

Grant Type	Value	Example
Solar PV Grant	€900 per kWp up to 2kWp	€1800 for 2kWp solar panels
	€300 for each additional kWp up to 4kWp	Maximum grant capped at €2400
		€2100 for 3kWp solar panels

Grant Application

Who Can Apply?

Eligible applicants include:

Businesses
Agricultural sector
Public sector organizations
Schools
Community centers
Non-profit organizations

Application Process

Select and Hire a Registered SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen (Solar PV) Company: Choose a company from our list of registered installers. It is advisable to obtain quotes from multiple companies. You must select and formally contract a preferred company before applying for the grant.
Submit Your SEAI Grant Application:
- Apply online for the grant.
- Wait for your grant offer letter before starting any work.
- Do not commence work until you receive the grant offer letter.
- Grant offers are valid for eight months from the date of issuance.
- Tip: Ensure accurate bank details to avoid payment delays.
Your Installer Applies to ESB Networks: The installer must apply to ESB Networks for grid connection approval before installation. This process typically takes a minimum of 4 weeks (20 working days).
Install the Solar PV System: Following ESB approval, the installation proceeds. Arrange payment with your chosen company.
Submission of Installation Evidence to SEAI: Your installer will provide and submit the necessary documentation to SEAI.
- Tip: Prompt documentation submission by your installer ensures faster processing.
Grant Processing by SEAI:
- SEAI processes the grant upon receiving all required documents.
- Allow 4 to 6 weeks for payment processing, with possible additional time for inspections.
- For government payments exceeding €10,000 in a calendar year, a Tax Clearance Certificate is required. Apply online via the Revenue Online Service (ROS) if you are a business.