Are Government Incentives and Charging Networks Holding Back Ireland’s Solar & EV Revolution? Share Your Voice and Win!

2 Jul

Ireland’s clean energy transition is accelerating, but real progress depends on understanding what’s holding people back- and what’s driving them forward. That’s why GoPlugable EV Charging and Blackwell Energy are inviting you to take part in the Solar & EV Confidence Meter Ireland survey. Your experience and opinions will help shape policy, business offerings, and the national conversation on solar and electric vehicles. Plus, you could win a €300 One4All voucher and unlock exclusive rewards!

What We’re Hearing: Insights from the Survey

50% of respondents say they’re waiting for more government incentives before installing solar panels.

This highlights the critical role of financial support in driving solar adoption.

Around 60% cite a lack of EV chargers as a barrier to buying an electric vehicle.

Even as infrastructure expands, “charger anxiety” is real and must be addressed.

The State of Solar in Ireland: Growth, Incentives & Opportunity

Solar is now the fastest-growing renewable power source in Ireland, with over 500 MW of microgeneration capacity as of Q1 20251.

Domestic solar installations are booming:

Households are installing solar at a rate of 500 systems per week4.
The cost of a home solar PV system has dropped to €7,000–€10,000 with a payback period of just 6–7 years2.

Government grants remain a key driver:

The SEAI Solar PV Grant for homes is now up to €1,800 (down from €2,100 in 2024), covering €700/kWp for the first 2 kWp and €200/kWp for each additional kWp up to 4 kWp2.
Feed-in tariffs allow homeowners to sell surplus solar energy back to the grid, with rates up to 25 cents/kWh (Pinergy), making solar even more attractive5.

Utility-scale solar is surging:

Solar capacity grew by 42.6% by mid-2024, reaching a projected 1,600 MW by year-end2.
In April 2025, solar provided about 4% of all-island electricity demand, with peak output reaching 780 MW1.
Top solar-producing counties: Meath (49 GWh), Wexford (22 GWh), Cork (14 GWh)

EV Charging in Ireland: Progress and Perception

Ireland’s public EV charging network has expanded to 2,400 charge points in 2024 (up from 1,700 in 2022), with government targets aiming for 3,200–6,210 public chargers by 20254.
Charger anxiety persists: Despite this growth, 60% of survey respondents still feel there aren’t enough chargers, reflecting either real gaps or a lack of public awareness about the rapidly expanding network.
Government investment: Over €100 million is being invested in EV charging infrastructure between 2022 and 2025, with new high-power hubs being added every 60 km on major routes

Why Your Voice Matters

Your feedback will help:

Inform future government incentives and policies.
Guide where new charging infrastructure is needed most.
Help companies like GoPlugable and Blackwell Energy design better, more accessible renewable energy solutions for everyone.

Get Involved- And Get Rewarded!

Take the survey today for your chance to win a €300 One4All voucher (lucky draw).Every participant receives:

€250 discount on solar installations from Blackwell Energy
€10 GoPlugable credit (or 50% off business plans for companies)
Open to all homeowners, renters, and business owners in the Republic of Ireland aged 25+. You don’t need to already have solar or an EV to participate.