Battery Energy Storage (BESS) in Ireland: Why 2025 Is a Turning Point for Businesses and the Grid
On 13 November 2025, Ireland’s electricity market changed in a way that had been anticipated — and delayed — for years. The launch of the Scheduling and Dispatch Programme (SDP) by Ireland’s two transmission system operators, EirGrid and SONI, meant that battery energy storage systems could, for the first time, participate directly in Ireland’s wholesale […]
Commercial Solar in Ireland: ROI, Grants and What Every Business Should Know in 2025
Irish commercial electricity prices have increased by more than 40% since 2021. While wholesale prices have stabilised somewhat in 2025 and 2026, businesses are still paying between 25 and 35 cent per kWh depending on their tariff, usage profile, and standing charges. For energy-intensive operations — manufacturing facilities, agricultural businesses, warehouses, hotels — electricity is […]
SEAI Solar Grants 2025–2026: Everything Irish Homeowners Need to Know
If you’ve been thinking about installing solar panels on your home in Ireland, 2025 is a significant year to act. The government’s SEAI solar grant — one of the most accessible renewable energy incentives available to Irish homeowners — is still offering meaningful support, but the amounts are reducing year on year with a planned […]