The Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Awards 2025

May 30, 2025

We were proud to once again partner with Inver College, Carrickmacross for the Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Awards 2025, supporting and celebrating students preparing for college.

Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Nominees with Activ8's Micheál Bannigan and Kerrie Ferguson

With prizes of €500, €300, and €200, the awards aim to recognise creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability. This year, students were challenged to submit proposals for solar-powered products or services that generate electricity and help the environment.

Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star Finalists (L-R Activ8's Micheál Bannigan, 2nd place Chloe McCahey, 1st place Michaela Jones, 3rd place Calum Gaul, Activ8's Kerrie Ferguson)

The standard was incredibly high, and we’re delighted to announce Michaela Jones as this year’s overall winner. Congratulations, Michaela!

Activ8 Energies Solar Rising Star, Michaela Jones presented with her award by Activ8's Micheál Bannigan and Kerrie Ferguson

Thank you to all participants, your ideas give us great hope for the future of renewable energy. We look forward to continuing this inspiring partnership with Inver College in the years ahead.

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