Grants & Funding for Renewable Energy
Financial support is available across the UK & Ireland to help make your transition to solar and heat pump systems more affordable.
Here’s a breakdown of current grants and incentives.
Republic of Ireland
Available Grants for Homeowners and Businesses in the Republic of Ireland
Homeowners and organisations in the Republic of Ireland can access generous support through SEAI and government-backed schemes. From solar PV to heat pump systems, these grants help reduce upfront costs and encourage smarter, sustainable energy use.
SEAI Solar PV Grants
Support includes €700 per kWp for the first 2 kWp, and €200 per additional kWp up to 4 kWp. The maximum total grant available is €1,800.
To qualify, homes must have been built and occupied before 31 December 2020 and must not have received previous funding for solar PV. A Building Energy Rating (BER) is required after installation, and all grant applications must be approved before installation begins.
SEAI Heat Pump Grants
Grants of up to €6,500 are available for eligible homes.
To qualify, homes must have been built and occupied before 2011 and must undergo a technical assessment by an SEAI-registered advisor. A €200 support grant is also available to help cover the cost of this assessment.
Non-Domestic Microgen Scheme (NDMG)
This scheme offers grants of up to €162,600 for solar PV systems up to 1,000 kWp.
It is open to non-domestic properties including businesses, farms, schools, and community groups.
Battery Storage
There are currently no standalone SEAI grants for battery storage systems. However, batteries can be included as part of a solar PV installation.
Republic of Ireland
Funding and Incentives for Homeowners and Businesses based in Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland offers a range of incentives, including the NISEP scheme, Invest NI capital grants, and VAT exemptions for residential installations.
Solar Energy Support
Businesses may be eligible for up to 20% support through NISEP.
Homeowners benefit from a 0% VAT rate on solar panel installations.
Heat Pump Incentives
Homeowners may receive a 50% grant for air source heat pump installations through NISEP.
A 0% VAT rate also applies to domestic heat pump systems.
Battery Storage
There are currently no standalone grants available for battery storage in Northern Ireland.
However, installing a battery alongside a solar system is encouraged for maximum efficiency.
Energy Efficiency Capital Grant (Invest NI)
Grants of up to £150,000 are available for eligible businesses.
Funding covers up to 50% for small and micro businesses, 40% for medium businesses, and 30% for large businesses.
Eligible applicants must be based and trading in Northern Ireland for at least two years, registered for business rates, and able to provide 12 months of energy bills and two years of financial accounts.
Before You Apply
Essential Grant Guidelines
Make sure you meet all conditions before starting any installation. Missing a step could affect your eligibility.
- All grants must be approved before installation work begins.
- Installations must be carried out by certified and registered professionals.
- A BER assessment is often required after installation in the Republic of Ireland.
- Always refer to official SEAI or Invest NI sources for the latest eligibility criteria and updates.
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