Schools Photovoltaic Programme

The new phase of the schools solar panels grant has been announced and Clean Energy Solar are happy to tender for the installation of Solar PV under the Solar PV Schools Scheme – Schools Photovoltaic Programme.

About Clean Energy Solar

Clean Energy Solar have been installing solar panels and solar PV systems for over 18 years. Our expertise ensures we deliver the best prices on premium solar brands and a seamless, timely installation service with minimum disruption to class time. We will provide you with step-by-step guidance, which includes a site survey, an installation design, provision of the necessary solar grant application documents and, on approval, commencement of the installation.

School Eligibility

Before requesting quotes, all schools must register and obtain eligibility confirmation. Do not hesitate to contact us with your enquiries and questions, our solar experts are on hand with professional guidance and recommendations.

Eligible schools will benefit from a 6kW solar pv installation which can expect to save approx €1200 to €1600 per annum, although this varies from school to school. Schools solar panels are connected to the electricity grid, so during school holidays and when schools are closed at weekends, the solar electricity being generated is diverted to power homes and businesses. Additionally, each school is provided with easy to use monitoring software so they can view their energy generation and usage stats.

Seafield National School, Bunmahon, Co. Waterford

System size: 5.95kWp (14 x 425W)

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St Conleths & Marys Catholic National School – Newbridge

System size: 24.32 kWp (76x 320W)

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The Schools Photovoltaic Programme gives primary and second level schools in Ireland the opportunity to install solar panels in schools with the assistance of a solar grant. The schools solar panels grant covers:

Up to 6kW of Solar PV – Installation of approx. 14 solar PV panels as well as all associated electrical components – inverter, isolators, cabling etc., in order to enable safe connection to the school’s main distribution board.

Minor Enabling Works – Modifications such as connection to the main electrical distribution board may also be funded.

Connection to the Grid – to allow excess generated renewable solar energy to be exported to the grid when schools are closed. All suppliers are mandated to offer an export payment (Clean Export Guarantee) to any microgenerator below 50kW.

Monitoring Software –This will be provided to each school, along with a flat screen display monitor located in a central school area to allow review of the energy generated each day for staff and students. This information can be used by the school in the teaching and learning environment.

NOTE: Battery storage and power diverters will not be eligible for funding under this programme. Some schools may have infrastructure that is not compatible with the new technology solar pv panels, this may include incompatible roofs or electrical systems. These schools may be determined, based on quotations received, not to be compatible with the programme scope and may require infrastructure works to be completed prior to accessing SPP funding support.

Among the many advantages of investing in solar panel systems are lower energy costs, greater energy independence, and a less carbon footprint. It is worthwhile to look into the various grant opportunities and consult one of our solar energy advisers if you are considering install a solar panel system.

Please get in touch with us if you would like more information, we are happy to assist you through the tender process, through to solar panels schools installation.