Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA)

𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙞𝙣 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 – 𝘼 𝙎𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙒𝙄𝙎𝙀(𝙄𝙍)! We’re delighted to be kicking off the new year launching a series to spotlight the incredible women shaping Ireland’s solar industry, in partnership with Women in Solar Energy (Ireland) - WISE(IR)). First up: Maeve Delargy, Senior Associate at Philip Lee LLP, shares her journey in solar law, the importance of diversity, and the legal shifts helping accelerate solar deployment in Ireland. “𝘋𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘬𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴. 𝘋𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘷𝘰𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘣𝘪𝘨 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘺.” While leave has been sought to appeal it, the recent Coolglass judgment has reinforced climate action obligations in planning decisions—a potential game-changer for renewable projects. Huge thanks to WISE(IR) and Maeve Delargy for kicking off this important series! Stay tuned for more inspiring stories. 🔗 Read the full feature below: https://lnkd.in/eX6JJ2Vg #WomenInSolar #RenewableEnergy #IrishSolar #Diversity #SolarIreland #WISEIR

As we step into 2025, we are gearing up for a packed calendar of industry events, and we want you to be part of the conversation! 📢 Our latest Irish Solar Hub newsletter is out now! Make sure to subscribe and stay updated on the biggest solar events where you can connect with us, hear from industry leaders, and help shape the future of solar energy in Ireland. Upcoming events: ✅ Solar Finance & Investment Europe Summit – Catch Conall Bolger, ISEA's CEO, speaking at this key industry event! ✅ Solar and EV Show 2025 – Event for Solar Installers, and we will be on hand to chat with members and non-members alike! ✅ Solar Ireland 2025 – Save the Date! October 2nd, RDS Dublin – more details on that, webinars, etc. coming soon! Join us, engage with industry leaders, and help power the future of solar in Ireland! #ISEA #SolarIreland #RenewableEnergy #SolarPower #Networking #CleanEnergy

The Ember European Electricity Review 2025 brings great news: solar energy has overtaken coal across the EU, growing by 22% in 2024 to supply 11% of electricity! Ireland is proud to be a key contributor to this milestone, with rising solar capacity driving our transition to a cleaner, greener energy system. Why it Matters: 🌍 Solar and wind are helping Ireland reduce fossil fuel reliance and cut emissions. ⚡ Innovations like battery storage and modernised grids ensure renewable energy is efficient and reliable. 💡 Ireland is on track to meet ambitious REPowerEU targets, paving the way for a sustainable energy future. 🔗 Read more about Ireland’s role in the EU’s clean energy revolution and explore the full report in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/etbSCS_h #SolarEnergy #Ireland #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #Sustainability

📢 The Irish Solar Energy Association is proud to represent Ireland at the Solar and Storage Finance Series' European Finance & Investment Summit! Our CEO, Conall Bolger, will speak at the European Markets Networking Roundtables on Tuesday, February 4th, at 14:30 (Stream One) in London. This session provides an excellent platform to showcase Ireland’s leadership and innovation in the solar energy sector. With over 16 years of experience across energy markets, policy, and renewables, Conall will bring ISEA's vision for a brighter, greener future to the European stage. 🌍 Together, we are shaping the transition to renewable energy and positioning Ireland as a key player in the European solar market. We look forward to connecting with industry leaders, sharing insights, and building collaborative solutions for sustainable energy growth. Read more and register: https://lnkd.in/e-KrnCKn #SolarIreland #ISEA #RenewableEnergy #SolarFinance #EuropeanSolar

The Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA) welcomes Ireland’s new Taoiseach Micheál Martin and government, and we extend a warm congratulations to Darragh O'Brien TD on his appointment as Minister for Transport, Climate, Environment and Energy. The latest Programme for Government (PfG) holds significant potential for advancing renewable energy. From the ongoing focus on solar PV and RESS auctions to bold proposals on energy poverty and infrastructure investment, there’s much to be excited about. In our latest SolarHub newsletter, we delve into these key priorities and outline how ISEA plans to collaborate with the government to turn promises into progress. 📩 Read the full newsletter here below. Together, let’s make the next five years a transformative era for solar energy in Ireland. #SolarEnergy #RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #PfG #SolarIreland

The Irish Programme for Government outlines ambitious goals for renewable energy, with solar PV taking a more prominent role. While these commitments are promising, Ireland must now focus on actionable progress. Read Conall Bolger’s insights on what the PfG means for the renewable energy sector and the role we all must play. #RenewableEnergy #ClimateAction #SolarEnergy #ISEA #SolarIreland

𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙉𝙚𝙬 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙞𝙣 𝙄𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙 As we step into 2025, we’re thrilled to welcome two outstanding individuals to the ISEA Board: ➡️ Olivia Abell, Chief Legal Officer at Power Capital Renewable Energy, brings her expertise in utility-scale solar projects and a passion for governance and policy. ➡️ Tony McGuinness, Head of Origination, Market Entry, and Storage at Aer Soléir, joins us with a wealth of experience in developing innovative solar and hybrid strategies across Europe. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Richard Green for his invaluable contributions to ISEA and Ireland’s solar journey. Your leadership has left a lasting impact! 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, 𝘄𝗲’𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲𝘀: ✔️ Achieved 1.5GW of solar PV by year-end. ✔️ Sold out Solar Ireland 2024 with nearly 600 attendees. ✔️ Enhanced policies on connection, RESS, and planning. 👉 Read more in our latest 𝙄𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙃𝙪𝙗 newsletter below, and let’s make 2025 a year of even greater innovation and collaboration! #SolarEnergy #Leadership #IrelandRenewables #ClimateAction #SolarIreland #ISEA

𝙄𝙧𝙚𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙’𝙨 𝙎𝙤𝙡𝙖𝙧 𝙀𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙮 𝙍𝙚𝙫𝙤𝙡𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: 𝘼 𝘽𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙝 𝙁𝙤𝙧𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙! The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) Energy in Ireland 2024 report highlights phenomenal progress, with solar PV generation soaring 𝟯𝟯𝟱% in 2023! This growth complements wind energy and reduces our reliance on fossil fuels. Other achievements: ✅ 54,000 home energy upgrades, with €420M in support ✅ €52M invested in EVs and chargers ✅ €62M in grants for 3,500+ businesses ✅ €22M for energy research fostering innovation Despite this progress, 𝟴𝟮.𝟳% of our energy still comes from fossil fuels. To hit our 2030 renewable targets, we need to accelerate solar adoption—especially rooftop installations for homes (𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘗𝘝 𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘰𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥) and businesses. Together, we can make 2025 the tipping point for Ireland’s clean energy future. Join us on this journey. Join the #Solarrevolution. Read our full analysis of the SEAI Energy in Ireland 2024 report below. https://lnkd.in/e2hDe3Gt #SolarEnergy #Renewables #ISEA #EnergyTransition #SolarIreland #ISEA

The Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA) welcomes the announcement of the new coalition government between Fianna Fáil, Fine Gael, and Independent representatives. This agreement marks a pivotal moment for Ireland as we advance towards meeting ambitious climate targets and accelerating the renewable energy transition. We look forward to working with the new government to prioritise solar energy development, enabling Ireland to decarbonise its electricity system while supporting communities, enhancing energy security, and delivering sustainable economic growth. Together, we can achieve a cleaner, brighter future. #SolarIreland #SolarRevolution #IrishGovernment #SolarEnergy #GreenEnergy #RenewableEnergy #ClimateTargets

𝗦𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝟮𝟳 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The Small-Scale Renewable Electricity Support Scheme (SRESS) provides a new pathway for small-scale solar and wind projects in Ireland. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 🔸 Two-Way Feed-in Premium tariffs for projects 50kW–6MW. 🔸 Dedicated tariffs for SMEs and Renewable Energy Communities. 🔸 Community Benefit Fund requirements to support local areas. Conall Bolger, 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA), 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘀: 🔸 PPA prices may differ from published tariffs. 🔸 Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. 🔸 PPA providers vary, so comparing quotes is crucial. "𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘴𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘱𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘥." - Conall Bolger 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀: ISEA encourages all eligible parties to review the SRESS Terms and Conditions and prepare applications ahead of the opening date. Read more below. #RenewableEnergy #SRESS #SolarEnergy