SolarSmart

03/09/2026

☀️ MYTH BUSTED: “Ireland isn’t sunny enough for solar!”

Think solar only works in hot, sunny countries like Spain? Think again!
Solar Advisor Georgina Izatt explains why Ireland is actually a great place for solar and how modern systems can generate impressive amounts of energy, even before lunchtime. ⚡

👉 Could your home be generating more power than you think? Talk to one of our expert Solar Advisors and find out.

03/09/2026

02/09/2026

☀️ One roof type doesn’t fit all and neither does solar.

From ground-mounts, flat and slate roofs to steel and tiled rooftops, our latest installations show the variety of properties SolarSmart works with across Ireland. ☘️

With years of experience and expert design, we have solutions for almost every home and roof type, helping homeowners make the most of their available space. 🏘️

👉 Think your roof might not suit solar? Talk to SolarSmart and let us find a solution.

01/09/2026

☀️ SOLAR MYTH BUSTING – EPISODE 1

“I’m out all day, so solar isn’t worth it.” 🤔

Not so fast! Our Solar Advisor Georgina explains why being out from 9–5 can actually make a solar + battery system a smart choice, storing the daytime sunshine and using it when you’re home in the evening. 🔋⚡

🎥 Watch Georgina’s first myth-busting reel and see why being out all day doesn’t mean solar isn’t for you.

01/09/2026

☀️ SOLAR MYTH BUSTING “I’m out all day, so solar isn’t worth it.” 🎥 Watch Georgina’s myth-busting reel and see why being out all day doesn’t mean solar isn’t for you.

31/08/2026

From rooftop solar to utility-scale solar farms, Ireland's installed solar capacity has passed 3 GW.

10 years ago there were 2 MW (MegaWatts) of solar in Ireland. Now there are over 3,000 MW (MegaWatts).

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Installed capacity – from rooftop solar to utility-scale solar farms – passes 3 GW Peak output from utility-scale solar farms reached a new record of 1.3 GW, meeting over a third of national electricity demand on the grid at that time Solar is now a key pillar of our electricity supply, and cont...

28/08/2026

From rooftop solar to large-scale projects, and grid upgrades needed for a renewable energy future, explore Ireland's solar energy capacity in our blog:

Explore the growth of solar power Ireland, from rooftop to large-scale projects, and grid upgrades needed for a renewable energy future.

27/08/2026

☀️ Simple roof. Smart solar. Great results.

This straightforward 9.6kWp, 21-panel installation in Co. Cork makes the most of the home's southerly roof.
It will generate around 8,500kWh per year, meeting an impressive 150% of the home's annual electricity needs and saving the homeowner around €2,000 a year or roughly two-thirds off their electricity bill. ⚡
With a 5.5 year payback, that's a pretty smart investment.

👉 Thinking about solar? Talk to SolarSmart and see what your home could achieve.
📞1800 911 770 ✉️[email protected] 🌐solarsmart.ie

25/08/2026

After rising from 7.8% in May to 8.2% in June, solar's share of Ireland's electricity mix climbed to nearly 10% in July, its strongest monthly performance on record.

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EirGrid said it is making "significant progress" in integrating renewable energy

24/08/2026

☀️ SolarSmart Installation Team at The Horse & Jockey!

A great turnout from our installation teams last Friday for a morning of sharing feedback, discussing improvements and keeping our teams up to date with the latest technology. We had a Sigenergy mobile unit on site, with their latest Sigenergy technology, before finishing with a well-earned lunch in the hotel restaurant. 🔋⚡

A big thank you to everyone who came along, shared their experience and contributed to making SolarSmart even better. 👏