Solar for business. Are you ready for commercial solar PV?
Unleash the power of change & save on your business energy bills
With over a decade of experience in the commercial solar panel industry, we have established a reputation for delivering the highest quality solar panels for business. Utilising only the best components, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, and offering top-notch after-installation support.
As one of Ireland’s leading commercial solar companies, we offer premium glass-on-glass PV panels that help your business significantly reduce electricity costs.
Why should you choose commercial solar PV?
Substantially: lower your electricity costs.
Show your dedication: to sustainability.
Help Ireland: achieve its climate goals.
Secure a government grant of up to €162,600.
The Non-Domestic Microgen (NDMG ) Grant provides financial assistance to help businesses and other sectors to install solar PV panels.
The grant you receive is determined by your solar PV system’s output.
Solar technology reduces commercial electricity costs and increases security of supply, while enhancing a positive sustainability image. Grant funding is available for systems up to a maximum 1000kWp.
Systems up to a maximum of 1000kWp are eligible for funding through this scheme. For systems with an output of 1000kWp, the maximum grant available is €162,600*.
Grant amounts for solar PV
The financial support available for your solar project is directly tied to the size and energy output of the PV system you install. The scheme supports systems with a capacity of up to 1000kWp. For installations that meet or exceed this capacity, the maximum funding available is €162,600. This top-tier grant is applicable for systems ranging from 1kWp all the way to the 1000kWp maximum.
The output of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels is measured in kilowatt peak (kWp), which indicates their maximum potential generation capacity. To put this in perspective, a 30kWp system—a typical size for a business—often consists of roughly 75 individual panels covering an area of about 125m².
Solar PV system | Grant value
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
The grant value increases in proportion with the size of your commercial solar PV system.
The available funding is as follows:
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 maximum value
Smart Solar PV: Free Electricity for Your Business!
For businesses, generating and storing your own electricity not only delivers significant cost savings but also strengthens your sustainability credentials by cutting carbon emissions. Investing in solar PV simply makes sense.
Learn how your commercial Solar PV System works.
Solar PV Panels
PV panels function by absorbing daylight and using it to create free electricity. Currents created by all of the panels combined adds up to enough electricity to help power your business.
System Shunt
A solar PV system shunt is a safety mechanism that functions as a circuit breaker. It provides a means to disconnect your electricity supply during an emergency, ensuring safety for you and your home.
Power inverter
The raw energy that is generated from the panels is referred to as DC or direct current. The inverter converts DC into AC electricity (alternating current) for storage and use around your business.
Distribution Board
Your commercial solar panel system is connected directly to your distribution (fuse board). Simply put, this is a control panel center for the entire electrical system of the business.
Battery Storage
Highly advanced batteries retain the free electricity sent from your power Inverter. Here it is stored for later use. This eliminates renewable electricity from being exported back to the grid.
Monitoring
Phone and computer applications provide you with real time information and historical data allowing you to understand your generation from your panels and how it is used in your building.
Car Chargers
The EV charger is a smart, eco-friendly solution for electric vehicles.
Some information & FAQ’s about commercial solar panel installations.
Financial supports and grants for solar PV in Ireland
Irish businesses installing solar PV systems of up to 1MW can benefit from a range of incentives to reduce upfront costs and encourage renewable energy adoption. These include:
Exemptions from planning permission in many cases
The ability to sell excess electricity back to the grid
The Non-Domestic Microgen Grant, which provides tiered support of €2,700–€162,600 (covering around 20–30% of project costs), available until 2025
The government has also extended Accelerated Capital Allowances for energy-efficient equipment, including solar PV.
Depending on your cashflow, you can either invest upfront — cutting your bills by up to a third with a payback period as short as three years — or opt for a funded solar solution that requires no capital investment. With the latter, savings begin immediately, and ownership transfers to your business after the agreed contract term.
Evaluating your site’s suitability for solar
The effectiveness of solar PV depends largely on location and available space. Roofs facing south capture the most sunlight, though southeast, southwest, east, and west-facing roofs are also viable. In Ireland, the best tilt angle is around 30–40 degrees, but flat or varied pitches can be adapted with mounting systems.
Large rooftops, such as warehouses, can host up to 1MW systems, but many businesses typically install between 50kW and 300kW.
Rather than doing the measurements yourself, a professional survey from Elite Energies can assess your roof or ground space, electricity usage, and budget to recommend the most suitable system size.
Estimating solar power generation
Solar panels are rated by peak output. The general calculation is:
Panel capacity (kW) × average daylight hours = daily kWh produced
While actual figures fluctuate seasonally, annual averages are reliable indicators. In Ireland, 1kW of solar PV typically generates about 900 kWh per year. That means:
100kW system ≈ 90,000 kWh annually
1MW system ≈ 900,000 kWh annually
Understanding payback timelines
Businesses can usually expect their solar investment to pay for itself within 3–5 years. After this point, energy savings are essentially free, aside from minor maintenance. Modern PV panels also come with long warranties (up to 25 years on performance).
The payback calculation is straightforward:
(Annual kWh produced × electricity price) ÷ (System cost – Grant value) = Payback years
Accelerated Capital Allowances can further shorten the timeline.
Planning permission rules for solar PV
Recent planning changes make it easier than ever to install solar panels:
Most commercial rooftops have no size limits on solar PV before requiring planning permission
In Solar Safeguarding Zones, up to 300m² can be installed without planning approval
Ground-mounted or wall-mounted systems up to 75m² are also exempt
However, listed or protected buildings and conservation areas may still require approval on a case-by-case basis.
Selling surplus solar power to the grid
While many businesses choose to use surplus energy for EV charging onsite, exporting electricity to the grid is also an option.
Since 2022, the Clean Export Guarantee (CEG) has been in place. Under this scheme, suppliers pay businesses for excess renewable electricity exported to the grid. The rate depends on your supplier — currently ranging from around 19c to 25c per kWh.
For larger projects (1–6MW), the government has introduced the Small-Scale Renewable Energy Support Scheme (SRESS), which provides feed-in-premium tariffs for SME and community-led projects, avoiding the need for auction-style processes.
How do we apply for commercial solar grants?
We simplify the process for you. Our service includes assistance with the application, from initial paperwork to final submission. You can focus on your business while we ensure your application is complete, compliant, and optimised for approval.
Book a consultation with our commercial experts to map out your energy strategy. We specialise in helping Irish businesses like yours navigate financial incentive programs to make your transition to solar power more affordable
What level of disruption should we expect during the installation process?
Minimising disruption is at the core of our project planning. Our team expertly schedules installations around your operational rhythms, ensuring your business continues smoothly. We pride ourselves on a seamless process where safety and efficiency are paramount, allowing for a transition to solar energy with zero downtime.
Commercial Solar Panels
Some of our commercial installations below.
