With welcome support from the government, Irish schools will have solar panels installed for free.  This is a massive initiative and will be key to our “rooftop revolution” having a real positive impact on sustainability...

23 January, 2023

We are fast approaching the shortest day of the year. Not a time to shine for Solar PV electricity production, but the swings and roundabouts in the seasons more than compensate in spring and summer where solar PV can give you 100% of your electricity demand...

09 December, 2022

We are seeking qualified commercial electricians to join our growing team. You will work closely with our electrical engineers and project managers on large scale Solar PV projects both roof mount and ground mount...

22 November, 2022

In a well-designed system, a typical Irish business could expect Solar PV to give them all their energy during the summer months.  But this is balanced out at other times of the year as daylight hours decrease...

14 November, 2022

There are lots of positives with Solar PV systems, but one small drawback while we in Ireland are waiting for net-metering to catch up with the rest of the world, is that electricity is being produced on a Saturday and Sunday when nobody is in...

31 October, 2022

Solar PV Systems in manufacturing – An easy win in renewable energy! There are lots of positives with Solar PV systems, but one small drawback while we in Ireland are waiting for net-metering to catch up with the rest of the world is that electricity...

24 October, 2022

For schools, any route to greener practices is a welcome one as we foster this generation of climate warriors. Throw in a grant from the SEAI and remove the need for planning permission and it’s a green light! No pun intended....

17 October, 2022

We are looking for solar PV installers. Due to extraordinary growth, we are looking to man multiple crews for solar PV installations as well as maintenance...

10 October, 2022

A PPA is a Power Purchase Agreement. This is contract you enter into with Greentricity to protect both parties. We commit to supply, maintain and fix costs for your solar power...

03 October, 2022

This is an exciting and potentially very rewarding opportunity for any individual who is ambitious and ready to take on a challenge that has real meaning for future generations...

18 August, 2022

Commercial solar is a better financial option than ever before, but it’s still is a significant upfront cost for the average sized business...

08 August, 2022

Is planning permission needed and if so how long does it typically take Yes, it is.  The good news is that the Irish government are intending to make the planning application process quicker and easier for renewable energy projects.  But, for now it is still the slow...

03 August, 2022

Here we take a look at what you can expect from Greentricity when surveying your business for commercial solar . A preliminary design based on your consumption rates and what we can produce from solar for your building can be done without you incurring any costs. ...

03 August, 2022

Some things to consider when considering solar arrays for your building in 2022  There are many considerations when examining a building for solar, but in essence, once the structure is solid, the sun will shine and you will be able to generate power from an array...

03 August, 2022

Here we take a brief look at the standard PPA agreement length of contract Typically a PPA will be over a 25 year period.  That might sound like a very long time, but the latest technology in solar systems is showing a lifetime of producing electricity...

03 August, 2022

What are the costs of installation?  This varies.    If you are a PPA client – there is no charge.  If you are buying the system from us - we detail all costs on the detailed quote to you.  There are many factors that impact the overall...

03 August, 2022

Is Solar Energy Cheaper than my existing energy supplier? Per kWh (Kilowatt), solar energy is the cheapest source of renewable energy on the market.  With the rising costs of fossil fuels, comparison to grid costs in Ireland, it certainly is cheaper, and the disparity is likely to...

03 August, 2022

Roof compatibility We do a roof inspection as part of the site audit so these issues are addressed in advance generally. Having said that, the panels are removable and they sit on racks, so we can work with you should something happen.  Any roof mount system will...

12 July, 2022

Commercial PPAs are an ideal solution for an organization who wants to invest their hard-earned capital into other projects....

01 May, 2022