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30
Jul

1.5MW Roof Top Solar Array

1.5MW Roof Top Solar Array A 1.5mw Roof Top Solar Array was installed at Sam Denningan & Co UC making it Ireland’s largest rooftop array.   The aim of this project was to reduce the environmental impact of the company by reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint of the food transport business.   After an energy audit […]

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26
Jul

Enerpower install 5.6Mw Solar Farm at Lilly Factory in Kinsale Co. Cork.

Enerpower install 5.6Mw Solar Farm at Lilly Factory in Kinsale Co. Cork. Enerpower are delighted to announce that on Monday 26th July, the Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, officially opened the single largest Solar Farm in the Republic of Ireland. Developed in a joint venture by Eli Lilly and Company and Enerpower, the 16-acre facility will help […]

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25
Jul

Taoiseach Opens Ireland’s Largest Solar Farm

Taoiseach Opens Ireland’s Largest Solar Farm The Taoiseach, Micheál Martin, opened the single largest Solar Farm in the Republic of Ireland on Monday 26th July.  Developed in collaboration withEli Lilly and Company and Enerpower, the 22-acre facility will help power a significant proportion of the Lilly plant at its Dunderrow site (near Kinsale) with sustainable […]

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Solar PV
09
Apr

Lidl National Distribution Centre – Solar PV Project

We are delighted to share some video footage from the Lidl National Distribution Centre.  This Solar PV installation has over 4364 solar pv panels installed.   The facility will now produce 1,011,929 kilowatt hours of energy from the rooftop solar pv array.    These solar panels will meet over 25% of the energy requirements for the building, […]

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Green Excellence
22
Mar

Enerpower, Green Excellence winners at the Waterford Chamber Business Awards.

Enerpower have been chosen as Green Excellence Winners at the recent Waterford Chamber Business Awards.  The awards hosted by Damien Tiernan took place virtually this year due to current restrictions.     Enerpower are delighted to have been recognised in the Green Excellence category.    The company was founded to meet the demands of the changing landscape whereby […]

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Solar Panel System
13
Dec

150Kw Roof top solar panel installation at Lidl Kanturk

Enerpower are delighted to have recently completed a 150KW Solar Panel System at the newly opened Lidl store in Kanturk.  The system will greatly reduce the energy consumption of the store located on the Banteer Road in Kanturk, Lidl will now ensure that they are generating their electricity in a clean and sustainable way.   As […]

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30
Nov

Ireland’s Largest Roof Top Solar Installation is installed at Sam Denningan & Co. UC.

Waterford based company Enerpower completed work on Ireland’s largest ever installation of Solar PV Panels at Sam Dennigan and Company’s Co. Dublin national distribution centre. A 1.5MW system consisting of 4420 solar panels has been installed at the facility including over 45 km of electrical cabling. The facility will now reduce its carbon output by […]

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19
Nov

Tipperary County Council Go Solar with Enerpower

Enerpower are delighted to have worked with Tipperary County Council for the installation of solar panels generating over 250kw of renewable energy across 4 sites. The installations have taken place at Roscrea Leisure Centre, Thurles Municipal District Offices, Thurles Leisure Centre and Ballaghveny landfill site in Roscrea.   This installations will now generate the equivalent energy […]

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Solar Ireland Conference
05
Oct

Projects Director Dr. John Carty to speak at the Solar Ireland 2020 Virtual Conference

Dr. John Carty, Projects Director at Enerpower will be speaking at this years Irish Solar Energy Association (ISEA) National virtual conference in a case study session. The event which will take place online on 6th & 7th October 2020. The theme of this year’s conference is “Transitioning to a Brighter Future for Ireland“. During this […]

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14
Sep

Renewable Energy in Food Production

Renewable Energy in Food Production The use of energy in food production is an important input in all aspects from growing, processing packaging, distribution, storing, preparing and disposing of food.   Switching to renewable energy in this sector makes good business sense; it saves money, provides a competitive advantage, enhances your reputation and plays a part […]

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Largest Solar Array
01
Sep

Enerpower secure €1 Million Contract with Lidl Ireland

Enerpower are delighted to have secured €1 million contract with Lidl for the installation of Solar Panels on a further 10 stores in Ireland over the next 12 months.   Last year Enerpower worked with Lidl on installing Ireland’s largest roof top solar array at their National distribution centre in Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Owen Power, Managing […]

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RESS Renewable Energy Auction
27
Aug

Ireland’s largest Solar Provider, Enerpower welcomes the RESS Renewable Energy Auction

The results of the RESS renewable energy auction recently have been welcomed by Owen Power, Managing Director of Ireland’s largest Solar provider, Enerpower. Projects of 1,275.5 mw which include solar and onshore wind projects have been declared “provisionally successful”.  This is Ireland’s first tender for renewable energy capacity.  All results in the auction are pending […]

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Renewble Energy Partnership
27
Aug

Donegal EUROSPAR leads way on new renewable energy partnership

Renewable Energy Partnership Donegal EUROSPAR leads way on new renewable energy partnership August 27th: Leading retail brand EUROSPAR has today announced the first installation of solar panels at a Donegal store as part of a partnership developed by BWG and Irish renewable energy efficiency company Enerpower. The renewable energy partnership with Enerpower was developed by […]

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26
Aug

Enerpower to attend the National Food & Drink Conference & Expo Sept 5th

Food & Drink Conference Enerpower are delighted to be attending the upcoming National Food & Drink Conference & Exhibition. The event takes place at the Citywest Convention Centre in Dublin on Thursday, 5th September 2019. The National Food & Drink Conference and Exhibition 2019 encompasses all major sectors of the Irish food and drink industry […]

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26
Aug

Wood Chip Boiler Information Evening – Monaghan

Wood Chip Boiler Information Evening   Enerpower are delighted to announce that we are holding a Wood Chip Boiler Information Evening at the Four Seasons Hotel in Monaghan on Wednesday 4th September from 8pm to 10pm. The evening hosted by Owen Power, Managing Director of Enerpower will be the ideal opportunity for local businesses and […]

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12
Aug

Lidl Solar PV Project – Work Commences

Lidl Solar PV Project Enerpower are delighted to confirm that work has commenced on the Lidl Solar PV Installation in Newbridge, Co. Kildare.   The Enerpower team, led by Brigid Walsh BEng (Hons) MIEI arrived on site this morning (Monday 12th August)  to begin the installation on this Solar PV Project. Once completed, the solar pv […]

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08
Jul

Lidl to invest €1m in Ireland’s largest ever installation of solar panels

Lidl to invest €1m in Ireland’s largest ever installation of solar panels • 4364 solar panels will be installed on the roof of the Lidl distribution facility currently under construction in Newbridge, Co. Kildare • Lidl’s solar panels will reduce the facility’s carbon output by 473 tonnes annually, the electricity usage equivalent to that of […]

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13
Aug

Solar Panel Installation In Pictures

Topic: PV Solar Panels Ireland: In Pictures. Click below to view a solar panel installation in pictures.   These Solar PV panels were installed on a factory in 2017.  We put together a few pictures from the installation in a brief slide show to illustrate how an installation takes place.  This is a 130kWp system. Click […]

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31
Jul

Government Grant for Solar Panels for your home

A new grant scheme announced on Tuesday 31st July, by Minister Denis Naughten T.D is to support you installing Solar Panels for your home. If you live in a 3 bed semi-detached house, you could save between €200-€300 per year on your electricity bill by installing solar panels for your home.  It is the intention […]

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solar panel output
30
May

High Output from Enerpower Solar PV Panels

High Output from Enerpower Solar PV Panels Solar Panel Output from a Solar Electric System in the South East of Ireland. Enerpower is one of Ireland’s leading renewable energy companies providing a wide range of cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions working across both Ireland and Northern Ireland. Enerpower installed a 130kwp rooftop mounted Solar Photo [...]

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Enerpower To attend the SEAI Energy Show 2018
03
Apr

Enerpower To attend the SEAI Energy Show 2018

Enerpower To attend the SEAI Energy Show 2018 Enerpower are delighted to announce that we will be attending the SEAI Energy show in Dublin on Wed 18th and Thurs 19th April. This show is an business only event, which showcases the leading suppliers of energy efficient and renewable energy products and services from Ireland and [...]

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solar photovoltaic
12
Feb

Why should you consider solar panels for your business?

Why should you consider solar panels for your business? Solar Photovoltaic Panels are becoming more and more popular both within a residential and commercial setting. But did you know that by looking towards this renewable source of energy for your business could save you money.   With many businesses now looking at options to reduce the [...]

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Choosing the right biomass boiler for you
05
Feb

Choosing the right biomass boiler for you

Choosing the right biomass boiler for you How to choose a biomass boiler? With so many biomass boilers to chose from, it can become daunting to know which one to choose and what is right for you.  The following will help you to decide which type of boiler is going to meet your specific requirements [...]

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Solar Pv System
22
Dec

Solar panels installed at Pembrokestown House by Waterford company Enerpower

Solar panels installed at Pembrokestown House by Waterford company Enerpower Enerpower have recently completed a installation of a solar pv system  at Pembrokestown House in Co. Waterford. The coach house in the grounds of this home is a blend of contemporary design and original features.  Working closely with the Beatty family, Enerpower Irelands leading renewable [...]

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Enerpower install solar panels at Flahavans porridge factory
15
Nov

Enerpower install solar panels at Flahavans Oats factory

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Enerpower install solar panels at Flahavans porridge factory Enerpower, renewable energy specialists based in Waterford have recently completed an solar panel system installation on the roof of Co. Waterford based company Flahavan's Oats. Enerpower is one of Ireland's leading renewable energy companies, providing a wide range of cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions for public, industrial, [...]

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Electric Ireland moves into residential solar market
05
May

Electric Ireland moves into residential solar market

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Electric Ireland moves into residential solar market Electric Ireland is moving into the residential solar power market, offering Irish customers the option to install solar photovoltaic panels in their homes. It is the first time the energy supplier has offered the option to residential customers. Electric Ireland is offering packages with six panels and a custom-built app [...]

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Enerpower show at the SEAI Energy Show Dublin 2017
05
Apr

Enerpower show at the SEAI Energy Show Dublin 2017

Enerpower show at the SEAI Energy Show Dublin 2017 Ireland's leading business to business sustainable energy event. The SEAI Energy Show is essential if you work in energy, or if your business has an interest in sustainable energy. Enerpower had a great few days spent at the #energyshow17, it was great to meet you all! Minister [...]

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04
Oct

Solar outstrips coal in past six months of uk electricity generation

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Solar outstrips coal in past six months of uk electricity generation Electricity generated by solar panels on fields and homes outstripped Britain’s ageing coal power stations over the past six months in a historic first. Climate change analysts Carbon Brief found more electricity came from the sun than coal from April to the end of [...]

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Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Ireland
08
Jun

Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Ireland

Home Renovation Incentive (HRI) Ireland Get the VAT back on installations before the end of 2016.  Installing solar PV qualifies as a home improvement under the scheme. Solar Electric Ireland are an approved contractor so, on projects above €5,000 on your own or a tenanted property, you can reclaim the VAT through your tax code: [...]

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Portugal runs for four days straight on renewable energy alone
19
May

Portugal runs for four days straight on renewable energy alone

Portugal runs for four days straight on renewable energy alone Portugal kept its lights on with renewable energy alone for four consecutive days last week in a clean energy milestone revealed by data analysis of national energy network figures. Electricity consumption in the country was fully covered by solar, wind and hydro power in an [...]

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05
May

Why cities are so well-suited to renewable-energy growth

Why cities are so well-suited to renewable-energy growth Kate Gordon (@katenrg) is a vice chair at the Paulson Institute.  Last week, 175 countries signed onto a global agreement to significantly reduce carbon emissions in the face of the threat of climate change. Many of those same countries—particularly India, China, and Nigeria—are simultaneously experiencing major urbanization [...]

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08
Apr

Plans for €60m investment in clare and kerry solar farms

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Plans for €60m investment in clare and kerry solar farms Plans have been unveiled for €60m investment in solar farms in Clare and Kerry over the coming years. Co Clare could become a leading generator of solar- powered energy with the announcement that the county’s first solar farm is to be located at Ballymorris, just [...]

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SEAI Energy Show 2016
07
Apr

SEAI Energy Show 2016

SEAI Energy Show 2016 Enerpower are delighted to be showing at the SEAI Energy in the RDS, Dublin, 6th & 7th April 2016. Come visit us at the Austrian Pavilion, we have fantastic energy saving products and amazing show offers! We look forward to seeing you at the show Tweet!function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)?'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs'); Contact us [...]

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Solar pv -a bright future for solar power
30
Mar

Solar PV – A bright future for solar power

Solar PV - A bright future for solar power A bright future for solar powerMon, Jan 25, 2016, 01:05  Sir, – In response to John FitzGerald, nobody can argue with the view that early adopters of new technology can pay a high price (“Early adopters can pay a heavy price”, January 12th). However, in the case [...]

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What "Happened" in renewables last year, 2015?
15
Feb

What “happened” in renewables last year, 2015?

What "happened" in renewables last year, 2015? COP21 For Philip Totaro, CEO at Totaro & Associates, the COP21 was the top event last year. “I would have to undoubtedly say the COP21 event in which the commitment of private and public funds to double the R&D spend to USD 20 billion is the most significant [...]

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What "Happened" in renewables last year, 2015?
19
Sep

Enerpower Nominated For “Best Use Of Renewable Energy Source Award 2013” By Sustainable Ireland

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Enerpower Nominated For "Best Use Of Renewable Energy Source Award 2013" By Sustainable Ireland Enerpower have been nominated for the “Best Use of Renewable Energy Source Award 2013” by Sustainable Ireland. Enerpower installed a Woodchip Boiler in Thurles Swimming Pool & Leisure Centre.   A 550kW Gilles wood chip boiler was installed to replace two existing LPG [...]

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02
Aug

Homeowners get €800 grant towards solar

The SEAI Better Energy Homes Scheme allows homeowners to apply for a grant of €800 towards their solar thermal heating system. Click for more information on the scheme: http://www.seai.ie/Grants/Better_energy_homes/homeowner/What_Grants_Are_Available/ Click for solar thermal heating systems: http://www.enerpower.ie/page/solar/solar

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