Funded Solar Initiative Worth up to €200m/£170m
On-site solar for businesses across the island of Ireland, without upfront capital investment
Activ8 Energies, in partnership with SSE Airtricity, has launched a funded solar initiative worth up to €200/£170 million to help businesses in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland reduce energy cost exposure and accelerate their transition to renewable energy. Through a Power Purchase Agreement, Activ8 funds, installs and maintains the solar PV system, while the business pays for the electricity generated at an agreed rate.
Register your interest below to see if your business is suitable.
How it works
No upfront capital cost
Generate electricity
on-site
Pay for what the system generates
Ongoing maintenance included
Who is it suitable for?
The initiative is suitable for businesses installing solar PV systems of approximately 250kWp and above, particularly those with consistent daytime electricity demand.
It may be relevant for:
Manufacturing facilities
Logistics and warehousing
Large retail or commercial premises
Food production
Industrial sites
Multi-site businesses
Businesses with high electricity usage during daylight hours
All projects are subject to technical, financial and site suitability assessments.
Why businesses are considering funded solar
Energy costs remain a major challenge for Irish businesses. This initiative is designed to help companies take more control of their electricity costs while reducing carbon emissions.
Key benefits include:
No upfront capital investment
Long-term energy price certainty
Reduced exposure to energy market volatility
Lower carbon footprint
On-site renewable electricity generation
System monitoring and maintenance included
Potential eligibility for SEAI commercial grant support
Delivered by Activ8 Energies and SSE Airtricity
Activ8 Energies is Ireland’s longest-established solar provider, with 20 years of experience delivering solar solutions for homes and businesses nationwide. SSE Airtricity is one of Ireland’s leading energy providers, serving over 700,000 homes and businesses across the island of Ireland. Together, Activ8 and SSE Airtricity are supporting Irish businesses with a practical route to funded on-site solar.
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