Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA)

🌞 𝗜𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝘂𝗯: 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲🌞 As we close 2024, Ireland has firmly established itself as a leader in Europe’s solar energy story. This year marked incredible milestones, including surpassing 1.5 GW of solar capacity and adding 1.2 GWdc in 2024 alone. The success of Solar Ireland 2024, the RESS 4 auction results delivering nearly 960 MW of new solar capacity, and the transformative findings of the Sunrise Report highlight the sector’s immense progress and potential. ✨ 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵’𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿: ✅ Solar’s economic impact: €2.3 billion in GVA and 7,000+ jobs by 2030. ✅ Solar Installer Programme launched—new cohorts coming in 2025. ✅ Meath leads September solar generation with 34 GWh. ✅ Declan Cullinane shares insights on solar’s future in Ireland. As we look ahead to 2025, we remain committed to strengthening Ireland's solar industry and achieving our 2030 targets. Thank you for being part of this transformative journey. 📩 Read the full update below and have a wonderful festive season. #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Ireland #ClimateAction #ISEA #SolarIreland #SolarRevolution #HappyHolidays

𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱’𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: 𝗔 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱! 🇮🇪 According to the latest SolarPower Europe 𝘌𝘜 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵 𝘖𝘶𝘵𝘭𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘗𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳 2024-2028, Ireland's solar capacity is set to soar. Our country is now part of the GW-scale club — a remarkable milestone — and projections indicate rapid growth on the horizon. The upward trend across all scenarios — medium, high, and low — highlights the pivotal role solar energy will play in Ireland’s renewable energy future, delivering clean, cost-effective, and reliable power. 📈 This growth underscores the importance of policy, investment, and innovation to unlock Ireland’s full solar potential. 🌍 Read our full blog exploring this data and what it means for Ireland’s energy ambitions ➡ https://lnkd.in/e4eY3BA3 #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #Ireland #CleanPower #EnergyTransition #ISEA #SolarRevolution #SolarIreland

The 2024 Planning and Development Act introduces significant changes aimed at streamlining planning processes and aligning with national climate goals. ISEA has been at the forefront of advocating for improvements to ensure the planning system supports Ireland’s ambitious 2030 targets for solar energy development. From judicial review reforms to regional solar capacity targets, this Act holds promise—but also raises questions. Dive into our latest blog for insights on what this means for solar projects, ISEA’s role in shaping the changes, and what’s next: https://lnkd.in/e7tUQjTH Together, let's power Ireland's transition to clean energy. ☀️ #RenewableEnergy #SolarIreland #PlanningReform #ClimateAction

ISEA is delighted to welcome My Power Ltd. as its new member! ☀ "At My Power Limited, we are your trusted partners for solar panel installations, EV chargers. Serving Dublin, Kildare, Wicklow, Meath, Carlow, Wexford, Louth, Westmeath and Cavan, we deliver energy-efficient, cost-saving solutions for residential and commercial properties." "Registered SEAI Installers, members of ISEA (Irish Solar Energy Association), AIBF accredited and partnered with top brands like Huawei and My Energi, we take pride in delivering high-quality installations that meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Our accredited team provides innovative energy solutions backed by industry-leading warranties. Whether you're powering your home or business, trust My Power to create a greener, more sustainable future." Find out more about My Power: https://my-power.ie/ Find out more about membership: https://lnkd.in/eWJGWdm7

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)’s Energy in Ireland 2024 Report highlights critical milestones and challenges in Ireland's energy journey. Solar energy is emerging as a key player, with a 335% increase in generation last year. Yet, fossil fuels still dominate 82.7% of our energy mix, and grid constraints threaten further renewable growth. 💡 The solution? A stronger grid, accelerated solar adoption, and collective action from all sectors. 📊 According to preliminary estimates from Green Collective, solar generation may have overtaken coal for the first time in Ireland in 2024, with solar farms contributing around 65% and rooftop solar/microgeneration providing the remainder. What do you think this milestone means for the future of renewables? Read our latest blog for insights and how solar can tip the balance toward sustainability: https://lnkd.in/ejGK7Q4C And SEAI's full report: https://lnkd.in/esiuA-7k Together, we can power a cleaner, greener Ireland. #SolarEnergy #Renewables #IrelandEnergyTransition #ISEA #SolarRevolution

We’re delighted to announce that our CEO, Conall Bolger, will be sharing his expertise at Solar & Storage Live London in April 2025! Conall will bring insights from Ireland’s journey in advancing solar energy, including innovation, capacity growth, and policy development. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear from one of the leaders driving change in the renewable energy sector. 📅 Save the Date and join us at one of the year’s most anticipated events for solar and storage professionals. Together, let’s shape the future of energy! 🌍 #SolarAndStorageLive #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #ISEA #Innovation

𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀'𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) has introduced a streamlined 𝗥𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 to help Irish businesses adopt solar thermal systems. This initiative offers financial support, making it easier to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions with minimal administrative burden. Key benefits: ✅ Lower operational energy costs. ✅ Enhance your sustainability efforts. ✅ Access funding quickly with a simplified approval process. Solar energy represents a practical and forward-looking choice for businesses aiming to improve energy efficiency and resilience. Unlock the Benefits of Solar with SEAI’s Business Grants. Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/eHebkJTn #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #ISEAIreland #BusinessGrants #Sustainability

🎉 𝗜𝗦𝗘𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂 𝗔𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀🎉 We are thrilled to share that our flagship conference, 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗜𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱, has been recognised as a major highlight in Cork’s event calendar for 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 at the Cork Convention Bureau 8th Conference and Event Ambassador Awards! The event, held at the Kingsley Hotel, celebrated the impact of conferences and events in Cork, honouring 30 incredible Ambassadors and 4 award winners. We’re proud to have brought Solar Ireland 2023 to Cork, showcasing our commitment to advancing the solar energy agenda in Ireland. Our CEO, Conall Bolger, accepted the award on behalf of ISEA and was delighted to represent the organisation on such a prestigious stage (📸 check out his moment below!). A huge thank you to the Cork Convention Bureau and Visit Cork team for organising a fantastic evening. Here’s to many more successful events driving positive change and innovation - and bring on #SolarIreland2025 which will be held on October 2nd! 🌞 #SolarIreland2023 #SolarIreland2024 #CorkEvents #SolarEnergy #RenewableFuture

ISEA is delighted to welcome Sun Arc Solar Systems as its new member! ☀ "Sun Arc Solar Systems is a family-run business specialising in domestic, agricultural and commercial solar installations, managing every step in-house to guarantee full accountability and outstanding quality. As Ireland’s only solar provider offering custom commercial design, build and in-house ESB witness testing of G10 relay panels, we bring unmatched expertise to every project. Our dedicated team is committed to helping businesses and homeowners cut energy costs, boost efficiency and achieve true energy independence with seamless, reliable and sustainable solar solutions." Find out more about Sun Arc Solar Systems: https://lnkd.in/dtiYhi3V Find out more about membership: https://lnkd.in/eWJGWdm7

We were delighted and proud to support last night's Women in Solar Energy (Ireland) - WISE(IR) seminar and networking evening, kindly hosted by Mason Hayes & Curran LLP! ☀️ Moderated by MHC's Christine O'Donovan, the dynamic seminar on "Financing the Future of Solar: Unlocking Opportunities for Solar Investment and Project Development" saw the esteemed panel of speakers Grace Curran, Morgan Pierce, and Tara Reale discuss the opportunities and challenges our industry faces in relation to financing, from development costs to CPPAs and beyond. The panellists identified a number of positive outcomes from this year and looked ahead to 2025, citing the Enduring Connection Policy framework, SRESS, and commercial rooftop installation grants as exciting opportunities for the industry in the upcoming year. The evening ended with some networking, as attendees made new connections, exchanged ideas, and set new collaborations in motion for 2025. A massive thank you to the panellists, attendees, Dawn Keegan and Women in Solar Energy (Ireland) - WISE(IR), and Mason Hayes & Curran LLP for making this event such a success - we at ISEA are excited to keep supporting this growing network in the new year! 🌱 #WISEIreland #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #WomenInLeadership #Networking #SolarFinance