Solar energy

Fears of solar investment collapse

The Micro Renewable Energy Federation accused Minister for Agriculture of throwing the TAMS solar scheme 'under the bus'.

NEWS 3 December 2025

Fears of solar investment collapse

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Permission sought for another 900ac of solar

Permission sought for another 900ac of solar

NEWS 5 November 2025

National debate needed on land use as solar powers ahead

National debate needed on land use as solar powers ahead

VIEWPOINTS 22 October 2025

Centre of excellence on the shores of Lough Derg

Centre of excellence on the shores of Lough Derg

Centre of excellence on the shores of Lough Derg

BREEDING & HEALTH 24 September 2025

New scheme to see solar and wind farm expansion in NI

New scheme to see solar and wind farm expansion in NI

New scheme to see solar and wind farm expansion in NI

NEWS 24 September 2025

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Solar brings steady income to Meath farm

Solar brings steady income to Meath farm

For many farmers, securing a reliable, steady income is the ultimate goal. In recent years, solar energy has become a popular option for farmers to help achieve this, offering security and stability.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 19 June 2025

CCAC calls for speedier delivery of rooftop solar

CCAC calls for speedier delivery of rooftop solar

Government's climate advisers want solar panels covering the rooftops of more houses and non-residential buildings quicker.

RENEWABLES 19 June 2025

Further proof that solar farms can be built on bogs

Further proof that solar farms can be built on bogs

A less frequently asked question is why not build solar farms on cutaway bogs, areas of former commercial peatland that are typically flat, drained and often close to electricity infrastructure

RENEWABLES 19 June 2025

Sharp rise in solar planning as 1,100ac come into system

Sharp rise in solar planning as 1,100ac come into system

It’s been a busy month in the Irish planning system, with over 1,100ac worth of solar farm projects either approved or submitted across the country.

NEWS 19 June 2025

Tirlán turns sod on 16ac solar farm

Tirlán turns sod on 16ac solar farm

The 8MWp ground-mounted solar farm is being delivered in partnership with the ESB and is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026.

RENEWABLES 19 June 2025

Teagasc and MTU launch new solar guide for dairy farmers

Teagasc and MTU launch new solar guide for dairy farmers

Teagasc and MTU have launched a new guide just for dairy farmers, offering insights into cutting energy bills and emissions through solar power.

NEWS 19 June 2025

'Powering the Future of Farming'

'Powering the Future of Farming'

EverPower and Arrabawn Tipperary Co-op announced a strategic solar energy partnership to ‘Power the Future of Farming’. The new alliance will roll out renewable energy across farms and agribusinesses.

ADVERTISERS' ANOUNCEMENTS 19 June 2025

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ESB Networks publishes farm safety booklet to support safer working environments

ESB Networks has released its updated farm safety booklet, a practical guide designed to help farmers, contractors and rural communities stay safe while working around electricity.

ESB Networks publishes farm safety booklet to support safer working environments

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