[SMM PV News] Ireland Surpasses 1 GW of Rooftop Solar Capacity

Published: Dec 15, 2025 09:36

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Ireland has reached a significant renewable energy milestone, with the national trade association, Solar Ireland, announcing that installed rooftop solar capacity has surpassed 1 GW. This capacity is distributed across more than 170,000 rooftops nationwide, a figure that is growing by approximately 50,000 installations annually according to distribution operator ESB Networks. To celebrate the achievement, stakeholders gathered at Fingallians GAA Club in Dublin to unveil a new 120-panel system that exemplifies the sector's value, offering a payback period of just three to five years. The rapid growth is attributed to a successful alignment of industry capability and government policy, notably the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland's (SEAI) decision to maintain residential grants at €1,800 through 2026. With Ireland's total solar capacity across all types now reaching 2.1 GW, officials view this progress as proof that consistent support and targeted investment are effectively driving the country’s climate solutions.

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