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A RECORD number of households in Limerick installed rooftop solar panels in 2025, according to new figures from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), highlighting the county’s growing shift towards renewable energy.
A total of 1,888 homes in Limerick received Solar PV Scheme grants last year, representing a 65% increase on 2024 and the highest annual figure recorded in the county to date. Overall, 1,922 SEAI grants for home solar were approved locally in 2025.
Nationally, 33,048 grants were awarded under the scheme, up from 28,423 the previous year.
This marks a 16% increase on 2024 and a 49% rise compared with 2023, with 21 counties experiencing growth in solar installations.
Energy expert Briain Kelly of EnergyEfficiency.ie said the surge reflects both rising public awareness and the financial benefits of renewable energy as households seek to reduce electricity costs.
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“This is another exciting milestone for Ireland’s renewable energy sector,” he said. “The pace of adoption we saw last year shows that Irish households are taking proactive steps to lower their energy bills.
With SEAI grants and falling installation costs, solar PV is becoming an increasingly viable financial decision and a no-brainer for those looking to cut energy bills and their carbon footprint.”
An SEAI grant of up to €1,800 for rooftop solar remains available throughout 2026, further supporting homeowners considering the switch to clean energy.
Mr Kelly said he expects demand in Limerick and nationwide to continue growing in the year ahead, driven by ongoing concerns about energy prices and climate change.
“With energy costs remaining a concern for many, we expect interest in solar to continue rising in 2026, helping households to future-proof their homes while also supporting Ireland’s transition to a low-carbon economy,” he added.
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