A pilot project which aims to help farmers install and commission solar energy technologies on their farm buildings has been launched today.
The project – which is a joint initiative of the Irish Farmers’ Association (IFA) and Bord Gáis Energy – has been in development for over a year.
This week saw the installation and commissioning of two farms under the project – at the dairy farm of John Murphy in Co. Cork and the poultry farm of Robert McBride in Co. Monaghan.
Commenting on the launch of the project, IFA Member Services chairperson Martin Stapleton said: “IFA and Bord Gáis Energy have invested a significant amount of time in this project.”
According to Stapleton, in order for rooftop solar panels and the associated equipment to be adopted by farmers in large numbers, farmers will require a capital grant of up to 60% “to achieve a reasonable…
Solar energy pilot project launched for farmers
