SEAI Solar Panel Grant Cut: Deadline Approaching
Solar Panel Grant Deadline Looms: Homeowners Urged to Act Before New Year
Homeowners considering solar panels have just weeks left to secure the maximum goverment grant before it’s reduced in January.
The Solar PV Scheme, funded by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), currently offers a grant of up to €2,100 to help offset the cost of installing solar panels. However, this amount will drop to €1,800 starting January 1, 2025.
“Christmas is a busy time of year, so it’s easy to put an application form on the long finger,” says John O’Keeffe, CEO of ePower, a leading solar panel provider.”But we would strongly encourage anyone interested in getting solar panels in the first eight months of 2025 to make the most of the available supports.”
Time is of the Essence
To qualify for the current grant amount, homeowners, including private landlords, must submit a completed application through the SEAI website before the December 31st deadline.
Once approved, homeowners have eight months to complete the installation.
“While solar panels’ long-term benefits and savings ultimately outweigh the upfront costs, it’s definitely worth going through the application process while the current grant offering is on the table,” O’Keeffe adds.
Solar Power on the Rise
The popularity of solar panels is surging in Ireland. According to the Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA), over 94,000 homes were equipped wiht solar panels by mid-2024, a meaningful jump from under 60,000 the previous year. The ISEA estimates that an average of 65 solar panel installations are completed on Irish homes each day.
Sunlight Savings: Don’t Miss Out on Reduced Solar Panel Grants
NewsDirect3.com: As the Christmas season approaches,homeowners are being urged not to let a valuable opportunity slip through their fingers: the deadline to secure maximum solar panel grants is looming. The SEAI’s Solar PV Scheme, offering up to €2,100 towards installation costs, faces a important reduction come January 1st, 2025, dropping to €1,800.
We spoke with John O’Keeffe,CEO of ePower,a leading solar panel provider,to get his insights.
NewsDirect3.com: John, with the holidays fast approaching, are you seeing people delaying their solar panel applications?
John O’Keeffe: Definitely. The festive season is understandably busy,and applications can easily get pushed aside. Though, we strongly encourage anyone wanting solar panels in the first half of 2025 to act now while the full grant is still available.
NewsDirect3.com: Can you explain the urgency for homeowners?
John O’Keeffe: the deadline to submit applications through the SEAI website is December 31st. Once approved, homeowners have a generous eight months to complete the installation. So, there’s ample time to plan and execute the project even if you apply now.
NewsDirect3.com: What is your message to homeowners considering solar panels?
John O’Keeffe: While the long-term financial and environmental benefits of solar panels are undeniable,the current grant makes them even more accessible. Taking advantage of this opportunity can significantly reduce upfront costs and accelerate your journey towards clean energy. Don’t miss out!
NewsDirect3.com: Thank you,john,for sharing your valuable insights.
For more details and to start your application, visit the SEAI website.