Ireland records new peaks for solar power on the grid in May
EirGrid is rolling out an unprecedented programme of grid reinforcements, upgrades and new infrastructure across the country, enabling the connection of further generation sources to
Ireland Exceeds 1.2 GW of Installed Photovoltaic Power
In February, ESB Networks connected 1 GW of solar power to Ireland''s grid, comprising 500 MW of utility-scale solar connections, 300 MW of microgeneration such as
Solar Map | SEAI GIS Maps | SEAI
A map of Ireland''s solar energy resources providing detailed information on solar irradiation as well as approximate locations of grid-connected and planned solar farms.
Solar power: An unexpected champion in Ireland''s
In February 2024, ESB Networks announced that over 1GW (1,000MW) of solar is now connected to the Irish grid at utility scale and
Solar power: An unexpected champion in Ireland''s renewables mix
In February 2024, ESB Networks announced that over 1GW (1,000MW) of solar is now connected to the Irish grid at utility scale and behind the meter – enough to power around
Launch of first large-scale solar power joint project
Official figures from EirGrid show solar power contributed a record 798 megawatts of electricity from grid-connected solar farms last
How Grid Connection Actually Works for Your Irish Home Solar
Grid-connected solar panels on an Irish home allow homeowners to both consume and export renewable energy. When you install solar panels connected to the national grid,
Ireland Exceeds 1.2 GW of Installed Photovoltaic
In February, ESB Networks connected 1 GW of solar power to Ireland''s grid, comprising 500 MW of utility-scale solar connections, 300
Ireland Hits New Solar PV and Battery Milestones in March 2025
On March 25th, 2025, Ireland reached a new record for grid-scale Solar power, generating over 750 Megawatts (MW) at one point, 18 MW more than the previous peak set in July 2024. This
SCALE OF SOLAR
Conall Bolger CEO, ISEA WELCOME The Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA) presents the following data on the volumes of solar energy connected to the Irish grid, demonstrating the
Connecting Solar Panels to the Grid in Ireland: A Step-by-Step
Learn about the process of connecting solar panels to the grid in Ireland, from determining your energy needs to getting approval from your energy provider. Find out how to
Launch of first large-scale solar power joint project
Official figures from EirGrid show solar power contributed a record 798 megawatts of electricity from grid-connected solar farms last month. That is 4% more solar power than the
Ireland''s solar capacity hits 1.76 GW
Despite the promising growth, Ireland currently remains well behind its 2030 target of 8 GW of installed PV. Its total installed solar
Ireland''s solar capacity hits 1.76 GW
Despite the promising growth, Ireland currently remains well behind its 2030 target of 8 GW of installed PV. Its total installed solar capacity was 1.76 GW at the end of May. Utility