by Ian McEvoy | Dec 8, 2023 | Solar, Solar PV Financials
Since July 2022, Irish homeowners have been eligible to sell their surplus solar electricity to the grid. Prices for exported electricity are negotiated between electricity suppliers and consumers. So it’s important to shop around for the highest value. How Much...
by Ian McEvoy | May 26, 2020 | Solar, Resources, Solar Photovoltaics (PV) Basics
Thousands of people like you are going solar. But are solar panels worth it in Ireland? Solar panels can give you big savings on your electricity bills. And you can even earn money by selling surplus solar electricity to the grid. However, there’s also a...
by Ian McEvoy | Apr 13, 2020 | Solar, Environment and Saving Energy, Resources
What Exactly is a Smart Meter? To understand smart meters, your first need to understand old-style electricity meters. Old-style electricity meters are very simple: The only thing they do is keep a tally of how much electricity has been used since the meter was...
by Ian McEvoy | Apr 1, 2020 | Solar, Resources, Solar PV Technical
Efficiency is one of the most talked-about topics in solar, but also one of the least understood. So what does the efficiency of a solar panel really mean? Definitions Solar panel efficiency is the electrical power output divided by the available solar power. For...
by Ian McEvoy | Apr 1, 2020 | Solar, Resources, Solar PV Financials
Note: The easiest way to calculate solar NPV is with our handy Solar NPV Online Calculator. Solar PV is a big investment, and you need to carefully consider the cost and return before going ahead. Net Present Value (NPV) is a calculation that can help you to decide if...
