Farm Goes Green! Elite Energies Powers Up Crossakiel, Co. Meath with 48 Solar Bespoke Double-Glass Solar Panels

Hello and welcome back to the Elite Energies blog! We’re incredibly proud to shine a spotlight on one of our recent, impactful projects right here in the heart of the Royal County, specifically, a fantastic farm solar installation in Crossakiel, Co. Meath.

This farm has taken a massive step toward energy independence and sustainability with a powerful 48-panel solar photovoltaic (PV) system expertly installed by our dedicated team. This isn’t just a handful of panels; it’s a significant investment that will change the farm’s future for the better.

Glass On Glass Solar Panels Are Quite Simply More Durable.

The extra layer of glass helps to protect the solar cells from the elements such as:

Why 48 Panels in Crossakiel Makes Sense

For a busy working farm, energy demands are substantial and often year-round. Think of the power needed for:

• Dairy parlours and cooling systems.
• Feed mills and machinery.
• Lighting for sheds and outbuildings.
• Heating and hot water for various farm activities.

A standard residential system might be 10-14 panels, but this farm needed a robust solution to match its operations. This 48-panel array is perfectly sized to offset a huge portion of the farm’s electricity consumption, leading to massive savings and a reduced reliance on increasingly expensive grid electricity.

The Elite Energies Advantage: Built for Farming

When it comes to agricultural installations, the system needs to be reliable, durable, and highly efficient. Here’s what this project in Crossakiel highlights about our approach:

• Optimal Placement: The panels are perfectly positioned on the farm’s large roof space to capture maximum daylight throughout the year, ensuring peak energy generation even on those classic Meath cloudy days.
• High-Quality Components: We only use premium, durable solar panels built to withstand the unique environment of a farm, including high winds and the elements, guaranteeing a long-lasting, high-yield system.
• Expert Installation: Our SEAI-approved and certified installers completed the project with minimal disruption to the farm’s daily routine, ensuring a safe and efficient setup from start to finish.
• TAMS Grant Expertise: We guide our farming clients through the entire process, including maximising available support like the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) grant, making this essential upgrade more affordable.

Saving Money and the Planet, One Panel at a Time

The benefits of switching to solar for farms are twofold:

• Financial Savings: By generating their own clean electricity, the Crossakiel farm owner is immediately seeing a sharp reduction in their monthly energy bills. The cost savings from a system this size mean a strong return on investment (ROI) and a short payback period.
• Environmental Stewardship: Farms are the stewards of the land, and this installation demonstrates a clear commitment to sustainability. This 48-panel system significantly reduces the farm’s carbon footprint, setting a positive example for the local community in Co. Meath.

The Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) is a crucial grant programme offered by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine in Ireland, designed specifically to help farmers invest in modern on-farm capital improvements. For solar PV installations, TAMS provides a significant financial incentive, typically offering a grant of up to 60% (or higher for young farmers) towards the cost of the renewable energy equipment and installation. This scheme is instrumental in making large-scale solar projects, like the 48-panel system in Crossakiel, financially viable for farm businesses, enabling them to reduce high operational electricity costs and improve their long-term sustainability and competitiveness without the full burden of the upfront investment.

Ready to Power Your Farm’s Future?

Daylight and sun are free, limitless resources, and this 48-panel installation in Crossakiel, Co. Meath, is proof that Irish farms can lead the charge in the green energy revolution.

If you are a farm owner in Meath, Cavan, Westmeath, or anywhere nationwide, and you’re looking to cut costs, secure your energy future, and avail of the TAMS grant, the time to act is now.

Want to know what 48 (or more!) solar panels could do for your operations?

Feel free to get in touch, we are happy to help with your queries.