A quiet solar revolution: home rooftops and farms powering a
It may be surprising that Ireland is considered a good location for solar facilities, given our often-cloudy skies. But Ronan Power, chief executive, Solar Ireland, says solar
New planning permission exemptions for rooftop solar panels on
These regulations aim to bring Ireland into line with the EU''s Solar Rooftops Initiative by making permitting procedures for installing solar on rooftops shorter and simpler.
Maximum rooftop solar panels grant to remain at
The minister said there is now nearly one gigawatt of power coming from roof tops in Ireland, when farm buildings are included, and
The Ultimate Guide to Getting Solar Panels in Ireland: 2025 Edition
Yes, solar panels are worth it in Ireland for most homeowners. While the sun might not shine like it does in Spain, Irish solar systems are efficient, affordable (with grants), and
Can My Roof Support Solar Panels?
Learn how to assess if your roof is suitable for solar panels in Ireland, including factors like roof orientation, shading, and structural integrity.
Solar Panels in Ireland
Find out when you need planning permission for solar panels in Ireland, plus key rules on roof and ground installations, protected
Planning Permission for Solar Panels in Ireland
In this guide, we''ll break down what the current planning rules say, where exemptions apply, and what to consider before installing solar panels on your home in Dublin, Cork, or anywhere else
Ireland reaches 1 GW of installed rooftop PV capacity
Ireland surpassed 2.1 GW of installed solar capacity in November 2025, and the country''s solar association, Solar Ireland, has revealed that 1 GW of this is from rooftop
New Planning Permission Exemptions for Solar Panels
Now, homeowners can install solar panels across their entire roof - whether the property is inside or outside a Solar Safeguarding Zone. This change allows residents to
Maximum rooftop solar panels grant to remain at €1,800
The minister said there is now nearly one gigawatt of power coming from roof tops in Ireland, when farm buildings are included, and that is almost matching the amount that is
Quantifying the Potential for Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic in
This study quantifies the available residential solar photo-voltaic rooftop capacity and associated annual electricity potential in Ireland for the first time using satellite imag-ery and weather data.
Solar Panels in Ireland
Find out when you need planning permission for solar panels in Ireland, plus key rules on roof and ground installations, protected structures, and SEAI grants.