Farming is energy-intensive, and electricity bills keep creeping up. A well-designed solar system gives you a great ROI and contributes to a more resilient, sustainable business.

Key Benefits for Your Farm

• Cut your electricity bills by generating your own power onsite.

• Protect against rising energy costs and uncertain grid supply.

• Boost your sustainability credentials, appealing to markets, compliance and future generations.

• Upgrade your farm infrastructure with minimal maintenance — solar panels typically keep working for 25+ years with little fuss.

The Irish government supports farm-scale solar through the Targeted Agriculture Modernisation Scheme (TAMS 3), specifically via the Solar Capital Investment Scheme (SCIS). Here’s what you should know:

• Eligible farms can receive grant aid up to 60% of eligible costs. 

• The scheme has its own investment ceiling of €90,000 per holding under SCIS.

• Systems must be sized for self-consumption on the farm (not just exporting to the grid).

• On-farm solar PV panels (especially roof-mounted on sheds) are usually exempt from full planning permission if within defined limits.

• Pre-install checks are essential: structural integrity (older roofs/sheds), installer registration, warranty details and suitability for agricultural environments.

1. Free Farm Site Assessment: We’ll evaluate your electricity usage, roof/yard space, shading, structural suitability and layout.

2. Detailed Proposal & Financial Forecast: You’ll get a clear estimate of system size, grant aid available, payback period, savings and carbon reduction.

3. Grant & Paperwork Support: We assist with the application for TAMS/SCIS, liaise with the relevant bodies, ensure your system qualifies and meets standards.

4. Professional Installation: Our team installs the panels, inverters, monitoring system and wiring — safely and efficiently, with minimal disruption to your day’s work.

5. Commissioning & Ongoing Support: We hand over the system, ensure everything is operating, show you how to monitor usage/savings, and remain available for after-care.

• Local expertise: based in North Cork with a deep understanding of farming operations.

• Certified installers: we use high-quality panels/inverters, all installations meet required standards.

• End-to-end service: from design to grant support to installation and after-care.

• Custom solutions: whether you operate dairy, tillage, beef, sheep or mixed, we tailor the system to your energy footprint.

• Future-proofing: systems built so you can expand, add battery storage or integrate with other energy technologies later.

Ready to Turn Your Roof (or Yard) Into a Power Asset?

Farming’s hard enough — let your energy supply work for you, rather than expense you. Contact North Cork Electrical today for a free consultation and explore how solar PV can save your farm money, reduce your carbon footprint and make your business more resilient.