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Poultry farmer Nigel Flynn farms 145,000 broiler birds just outside Clones, Co. Monaghan. With ventilation, lighting, feeders and water pumps running throughout the day, electricity is a significant cost on the farm.🐔

In 2019, he installed his first 50kW solar PV system and expanded the system in 2024, bringing total capacity to 74kW, alongside 16.6kWh of battery storage. ☀️🔋

👉 Read more about Nigel’s experience with solar and other Local Power farm installations: https://www.farmersjournal.ie/focus/renewables/solar-pv-on-farms-what-farmers-are-saying-911318

A huge congratulations to Local Power solar customer John Whelan from Co. Wexford, who claimed an incredible second place in the reversible class at the World Ploughing Championship in Croatia.🚜👏

Full story here: https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/whelan-claims-second-place-at-world-ploughing-championship/

Third-generation dairy farmer Shane Hegarty farms alongside his parents near Kilcock, Co. Meath, milking 50 Friesian cows alongside a calf-to-beef enterprise. 🐄

With milking, milk cooling and water heating all contributing to the farm’s electricity demand, investing in solar was a “no-brainer” for Shane, allowing him to capture free energy while significantly reducing the cost of running the farm.

With panels facing east and west, Shane can generate solar power around key milking times. He also uses an eddi diverter, ensuring excess solar energy is put to good use – first charging the batteries, then cooling milk or heating water, with any remaining energy exported to the grid, where he receives around 20c/kWh.

Shane also charges the batteries at night using cheaper electricity rates, helping to further reduce his overall energy costs.

👉 Thinking about solar for your farm? Get in touch with the Local Power team today: https://localpower.ie/get-a-quote/

☀️Our Managing Director, Pat Smith, recently spoke to Agriland.ie about the opportunities solar PV presents for Irish farmers and why greater use of farm rooftops should be encouraged.

Read the full story here👇

Policy that diverts farm land to solar ‘has to be challenged’ 'Any policy that encourages good productive agri-land to be diverted towards solar energy has to be challenged'

We’re delighted to share that our Managing Director, Pat Smith, has joined the judging panel for the Business Energy Achievement Awards 2026.

Pat will join a panel of industry experts tasked with recognising the businesses and organisations making a real impact through energy innovation, efficiency and sustainability.

Read more: https://www.businessenergyawards.ie/news/pat-smith-joins-judging-panel-for-business-energy-achievement-awards-2026

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Check out this high-performance solar installation completed at Warrenstown Farm in Co. Meath, delivering a 70 kWp photovoltaic system designed to support the energy demands of modern agricultural operations.🚜

The system includes:
🔋 173 premium Solarwatt solar panels
⚡ Fronius inverter system
🔋 22 kWh battery storage

This system allows the farm to generate clean electricity on-site while storing excess energy for use during peak demand periods, helping to reduce energy costs and improve overall efficiency.

Thinking about investing in solar for your farm? Contact the Local Power team today👉 https://localpower.ie/solar/solar-for-farms/

Local Power was delighted to recently install ChargePoint Dual Port CP6000 charging stations at the Great Northern Hotel in Co. Donegal, providing convenient EV charging amenities for hotel guests and travellers on the go. 🚗⚡

Another great example of how businesses can support the transition to electric vehicles while adding value for their customers.

Thinking about EV charging for your business? Get in touch with the Local Power team to learn more: https://localpower.ie/charging

When you choose Local Power, you're not just investing in solar panels; you're investing in quality, reliability, and long-term support.☀️⚡

From your first consultation to years after installation, we're here to help you get the most from your solar investment.

Learn more 👉 https://localpower.ie/solar/solar-for-homes/

⚡🚗 Local Power designed and installed 8 ChargePoint AC EV charging stations at the Kelly’s Resort Hotel & Spa car park, making it easy for guests to conveniently charge their vehicles during their stay.

By investing in EV charging infrastructure, Kelly's Resort is enhancing the guest experience, supporting its sustainability goals, and preparing for the growing number of electric vehicles on Irish roads.

Discover how Local Power can help future-proof your business: https://localpower.ie/charging/

Power your home with the premium SOLARWATT Home system, designed for long-term performance, premium quality, and energy independence.🏡☀️

It combines solar panels, battery storage, and EV charging into one intelligent, fully integrated ecosystem, giving you smarter control over your home energy.💡

Get in touch with our team for a free, no-obligation quote.👉 https://localpower.ie/get-a-quote/