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Grants & Incentives for Commercial Solar (Ireland)

Grants matter because they change the project maths on day one. By reducing capital cost, they shorten payback, lift ROI, and let you preserve cash for the core business. Add in tax supports like Accelerated Capital Allowance (ACA) for qualifying equipment and potential export payments for surplus electricity, and a solid solar case becomes a compelling one—often turning “someday” projects into immediate wins.
We don’t treat grants as an add-on; we build them into the plan from the start. Whether you choose CAPEX (own and claim), finance (spread the cost while keeping ownership), Solar-as-a-Service (OPEX, €0 upfront), or a PPA (pay per kWh), we’ll show a side-by-side view of net cost, cashflow, and responsibilities so you can pick the route that best fits your goals and balance sheet.

How we help (end-to-end):

  • Fast eligibility check from recent bills and site details
  • Advice on NDMG/TAMS/ACA applicability and timing
  • Preparation and submission of grant applications and evidence packs
  • Grid & metering coordination (ESBN notifications, export setup)
  • A board-ready proposal with with/without supports and clear payback
  • Ongoing monitoring, reporting, and O&M so performance matches the plan

Available Solar PV Grants

1) SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen Grant (NDMG) — Commercial Solar PV

What it is

Grant funding for non-domestic PV systems up to 1,000 kWp. Max support €162,600, with tiered amounts by system size. Eligible sectors include businesses, agriculture, public bodies, schools, community & non-profits. Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland

Grant amounts (summary of current tiers)

  • 1–4 kWp: €900–€2,400 (flat steps)
  • 7–20 kWp: €300/kWp
  • 21–200 kWp: €200/kWp
  • 201–1,000 kWp: €150/kWp
  • Max grant: €162,600 (systems above 1,000 kWp can only claim the max).

Key Terms & Process

For more info click Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland+1

For more info click here Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland

View Our Commercial Grant Calculator

Non Domestic

Grant Type: Non-Domestic

This covers businesses (incl. farms), commercial solar, schools, public sector bodies, community centres, and other non-profit organisations.

Total Solar Array kWp:

4.60 kWp

Grant Value:

€0.00

Who typically chooses NDMG?

  • CAPEX/Loan buyers: grant reduces capex and improves ROI.
  • SaaS/PPA: usually the asset owner claims any grant; your tariff/fee reflects this in pricing.

2) TAMS 3 — Solar Capital Investment Scheme (for Farms)

What it is

A ring-fenced farm solar scheme under TAMS 3 with an investment ceiling and enhanced grant rate.

For more info click gov.ie

Key terms (current)

  • Grant rate: 60% on eligible costs.
  • Investment ceiling: €90,000 per holding (scheme-specific ceiling).
  • Minimum eligible application amount: €2,000.
  • Selection criteria apply; limited funding; online application via agfood; approvals issued per tranche.
  • No double-funding: You must confirm you haven’t sought other national/EU funding for the same items.
  • Eligible items include PV modules, inverters, mounting, cabling, and related items listed in Annexes (batteries may be eligible subject to scheme rules/specs). All per the official Terms & Conditions (updated 23 Jan 2025).
For more info click assets.gov.ie

Who typically chooses TAMS 3?

  • Farm enterprises prioritising high grant aid with CAPEX (or farm finance). We’ll map eligible items to your bill of quantities and reference-costs.

3) Export Payments for Surplus Electricity (Clean Export Guarantee – CEG)

What it is

If you export electricity, your supplier pays you under the Clean Export Guarantee (CEG) framework. This applies to micro-/mini-generation within ESB Networks limits

For more info click gov.ie

Key terms & steps

  • Notify ESB Networks via NC6 (≤6 kW single-phase / ≤11 kW three-phase) or NC7 (>6/11 kW up to 50 kW). Your installer submits this
For more info click cru.ie
  • Smart meter: CEG is typically based on metered export; payments commence after smart meter install and ESBN processing of NC6/NC7. Deemed export rules can apply where a smart meter isn’t yet available
  • Payment mechanism: Usually a credit on your electricity bill from your supplier. (Rates are supplier-set and can vary.)
For more info click energia.ie

Who typically chooses TAMS 3?

  • Sites with daytime surplus (seasonal loads, low weekend usage) or roof capacity > daytime demand.

4) Accelerated Capital Allowance (ACA) — 100% Year-1 Allowance

What it is

A tax incentive allowing 100% first-year capital allowance on qualifying energy-efficient equipment listed on SEAI’s Triple E Register. Widely used for PV and associated equipment that meets eligibility.

More Info Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland+1

Key terms (current)

  • Available for qualifying energy-efficient equipment used in your trade and on the Triple E Register at time of purchase
More Info Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
  • Current legislative sunset: expenditure incurred on or before 31 Dec 2025 (subject to Budget/Finance Act changes). Always confirm with your tax adviser.
For more info click Revenue PwC Tax Summaries

Who typically uses ACA?

  • CAPEX/Loan buyers seeking faster tax relief vs standard capital allowances.

How these supports interact with funding models

  • Upfront CAPEX / Loan: You (the owner) typically claim NDMG, CEG, and ACA (if eligible). We show net-of-grant and post-tax cashflows.
  • Solar-as-a-Service: We own/operate during term; we factor any applicable grant/incentive into your fixed service fee.
  • PPA: We own/operate; you pay €/kWh. Export usually sits with the asset owner unless otherwise agreed. We reflect incentives in the PPA tariff.

What we handle for you

  • Eligibility check (NDMG / TAMS 3 / CEG feasibility)
  • Applications & evidence packs (SEAI / DAFM), including ESBN NC6/NC7
  • Tax pack for your accountant (ACA, Triple E references)
  • Board-ready proposal: CAPEX vs OPEX/PPA, with grants and tax modeled
Check Your Eligibility
Download Grants & ACA Brief

Sources (key terms & official pages)

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