Unlock Your Solar Savings: How to Apply for the Grant

Thinking about going solar? Here’s what you really need to know—starting with how to apply for Ireland’s generous solar panel grant.

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Briain Kelly
July 23, 2025

This week we’re breaking it all down for you:

  • What Do You Need to Apply for the Solar Panel Grant?

  • How Many Solar Panels Does Your Home Need?

  • Understanding the Technical Jargon for Solar Batteries

  • AC vs DC Electric Vehicle Charging

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With energy costs rising, solar panels are fast becoming a necessity in Ireland. See local installer prices here

What Do You Need to Apply for the Solar Panel Grant?

The SEAI solar panel grant is a must for anyone getting solar panels installed on their home, a quick and easy way to lower the cost by up to €1,800.

If you’re worried or confused about whether you qualify for the grant and what information is required to apply, our handy guide has everything you need to know.

Solar Panel Grant Application Guide for Homeowners - Energy Efficiency

The SEAI solar panel grant is one of the best and easiest ways to reduce the cost of getting solar panels for your home or business.

energyefficiency.ie/blog/solar-grant-application-guide

How Many Solar Panels Does Your Home Need?

Every home is different, and anyone thinking about having solar panels installed on their home will need to know how many they should get.

A lot goes into this, including the electricity you use, the shape and direction of your roof, and where you live.

We help you understand the factors that determine the number of solar panels your home needs.

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need in Ireland - Energy Efficiency

If you’re thinking about investing in solar panels in Ireland, then you might start by asking yourself how many solar panels you need for your home.

energyefficiency.ie/blog/how-many-solar-panels-do-i-need-in-ireland

Understanding the Technical Jargon for Solar Batteries

Any kind of new technology comes with its own technical jargon that can be difficult to understand for people not familiar with it.

This can be very disconcerting, and puts people off getting very beneficial home improvements such as battery storage systems.

We explain some of the key terms you will hear and read about solar batteries to make your green journey a little clearer.

Glossary of Solar Battery Terminology - Energy Efficiency

If you get a battery storage system installed in your home, you will likely be given a datasheet that comes with a lot of technical terms and numbers.

energyefficiency.ie/blog/glossary-of-solar-battery-terminology

How exploring Ireland’s stunning coasts showed Kirsty just how fragile they are

Kirsty thought that using a drone to see Ireland’s coasts would get some great videos. But it also showed her how vulnerable they are to pollution and climate change.

AC vs DC Charging for Electric Vehicles

If you’ve been using or looking at getting an EV charger, you’ve probably seen that some are marked as AC chargers and others DC chargers.

Home chargers rely on AC power while high-power public charging stations run on DC power.

But what’s the difference between the two, and why does it affect your charging speed?

AC v DC Electric Vehicle Charging - Energy Efficiency

Speak to Energy Efficiency today to get the best quotes on the market for EV charging stations for your home or business.

energyefficiency.ie/blog/ac-v-dc-electric-vehicle-charging

We hope you enjoyed the articles this week. Together with your support, we are helping to build a greener, more affordable Ireland for everyone.

That’s your energy update. Until the next edition

Briain Kelly,
Editor, EnergyEfficiency.ie