We design Solar PV systems that are built for Ireland. Our approach is grounded in engineering, customer support and a deep understanding of how Irish weather, tariffs and usage patterns shape performance. Every system we install is tailored to the home or business it serves, using premium components, smart configuration, and future proof design principles.

Whether you’re a homeowner looking to cut bills, a business aiming to reduce overheads, a farm seeking energy independence, or a school trying to protect budgets long term, New Energy delivers systems that perform consistently, reliably and safely for decades.

What Is Solar PV?

Solar PV (photovoltaic) is the technology that converts daylight into usable electricity for your home or business. A complete Solar PV system is made up of several key components, each playing a specific role in generating, converting, storing and managing your energy.

Below is a simple breakdown of the main parts of a modern Solar PV system:

1. Solar Panels

These are the panels mounted on your roof or ground structure. They capture daylight — not just direct sunshine — and convert it into DC (direct current) electricity. High quality panels perform better in low light conditions, which is essential in Ireland.

2. Mounting System

This is the hardware that secures the panels to your roof. A proper mounting system must withstand Irish wind, rain and year round moisture. It ensures panels stay fixed, safe and optimally angled for maximum generation.

3. Inverter

The inverter converts the DC electricity from your panels into AC (alternating current), which is what your home or business uses. It also manages system safety, performance and communication with your monitoring app.

4. Battery Storage

A battery stores excess solar energy for use later in the day or at night. In Ireland, batteries also play a major role in night rate charging, filling up with cheap electricity during off peak hours and discharging during expensive daytime periods.

5. Diverter Unit

A diverter sends surplus solar energy to your immersion heater, giving you free hot water instead of exporting that energy to the grid. It’s a simple, cost effective way to increase self-consumption.

6. Electricity Flow & Monitoring

Your home uses solar energy first. Any extra goes to the battery or immersion and anything beyond that is exported to the grid under the Clean Export Guarantee (CEG). A smart monitoring app shows you generation, usage, battery levels and savings in real time.

Benefits of Solar PV

Solar PV delivers powerful benefits across all sectors domestic, commercial, agricultural and educational. While the core technology is the same, the advantages differ depending on how energy is used.

Domestic Home Benefits:

• Lower electricity bills year round

• Protection from rising energy prices

• Free hot water via diverters

• Night rate optimisation with batteries

• Increased home value

• Improved BER ratings

• Payments for exported electricity (CEG)

•       SEAI grants available

Solar PV is one of the few home upgrades that pays for itself.

Commercial Business Benefits:

• Significant reductions in daytime electricity costs

• Lower operating expenses and improved cash flow

• Protection from volatile energy markets

• Strong SEAI grant support

• Enhanced sustainability credentials

• Long term asset value

For many businesses, solar becomes a predictable, controllable cost in a world of rising prices.

Agricultural & Farming Benefits:

Farms benefit uniquely because they often have:

• High daytime energy usage

• Large roof spaces

• Consistent year round demand

Solar helps reduce the cost of milking parlours, refrigeration, water heating, ventilation and lighting

With SEAI supports available, solar becomes a powerful tool for lowering overheads in an energy intensive sector.

School Benefits:

• Major reductions in daytime electricity costs

• Long term budget protection

• Improved BER ratings

• A visible commitment to sustainability

• Educational value for students

• Access to substantial grant support

Because schools operate during daylight hours, they are naturally aligned with solar generation.