Welcome to the solar PV basics section!
Solar PV technology is booming right now: Thousands of households and businesses in Ireland are using solar PV to make big savings on their electricity bills. In fact, the majority of new houses in Ireland now come with a solar PV system already installed. Meanwhile, the government is offering grants to increase Ireland’s renewable energy production.
On the other hand, it’s only been a few years since solar PV started to really become popular in Ireland. That’s why you might still have lots of questions about solar PV. You might be wondering if you should buy a solar PV system. Or perhaps you already own a solar PV system and would like to understand it better. Either way, this is the section for you.
These posts are full of information about solar PV technology. However, if there’s something you don’t understand or if you have more questions then make sure to ask in the comments section.
This article is an introduction to solar panels in Ireland. To keep things straight-forward, I won’t go into every last detail. But we’ll cover the all key points. By the end of this guide, you’ll be able to weight up the pros and cons of solar panels. Plus, if you decide to go solar, you’ll […]
1) Big Reductions in Electricity Overheads Ireland has some of the highest electricity prices in Europe. This is a major reason why solar energy is financially attractive here. Solar energy is a great match for businesses in particular. Specifically, most businesses use a lot of power in the middle of the day, right when solar
Solar panels can provide energy for your whole house using only the energy of the sun. The journey that this energy take from the sun to your socket is quite the epic! You might be surprised by some of the steps along the way. Read on to learn more – the complete guide to how
Thousands of people like you are going solar. But are solar panels worth it in Ireland? Solar panels can give you big savings on your electricity bills. And you can even earn money by selling surplus solar electricity to the grid. However, there’s also a significant upfront cost. This article will help you to weight
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If you’re thinking of buying a solar PV system then you’ll need to get a site survey done first. Here are the main reasons why: To find out if your location is suitable for solar PV So the surveyor can learn how you use electricity. This helps him/her to design your system in a way
Maybe you’ve heard about solar PV from a friend. Maybe you’ve seen solar panels on your neighbours’ roofs and wondered if you should be getting them as well? Read on if you would like to find out what the benefits of solar PV could be for you. Reduced Electricity Bills from Day One From the
Many people ask me about the installation process for solar PV. The good news is that installing solar PV panels brings minimal disruption to your home and your daily routine. There are two main aspects to the job: Electrical work and installation of the panels. Here’s an overview of the process so that you’ll know
You typically don’t need planning permission for solar panels in Ireland. However, there are limitations and rules you need to follow, if you want to go solar without the hassle of planning permission. The main rules for homes, industrial buildings, farms, etc., are shown below. For the exact legislation, read S.I. 493 of 2022. Houses
While we don’t get as much sunshine as we’d like to, other factors help solar panels to perform well in Ireland. Some of them might surprise you! Read on to learn all about the solar panel performance in Ireland. Ireland Gets Plenty of Solar “Irradiance” (Daylight) Much the sun’s energy penetrates through clouds. The downside
How to Choose a Solar PV Installation Company in Ireland The solar PV market is booming in Ireland and you can now find dozens of companies to buy solar PV from. With so many options to choose from, use these four simple tips to find the best company to buy solar PV from. Tip 1:
When you shine light on a solar PV panel, electricity comes out. But how does it all work? For a long time, solar PV has been used to power little things, like calculators, and specialised technology, like communications satellites. But why does everyone seems to be so excited about solar PV now? I mean, last
