Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 February 2023
198. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the capital, current and total 2023 budget allocation for the non-domestic microgen scheme, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5392/23]
View answerThe Non Domestic Microgen scheme, as part of the wider Microgeneration Support Scheme; commenced on 22nd September 2022. The scheme is operated by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and provides financial assistance to help businesses and other sectors to install solar PV panels to generate electricity on site. This technology reduces commercial electricity costs and increases security of supply, while enhancing a positive sustainability image. Grants are available for systems up to a maximum of €2,400 for installations of up to 6kWp.
The table below shows the estimated budget profile for the scheme for 2023 and is based on figures provided by the SEAI on the expected level of grant support payments during the year. The scheme is ultimately demand led and actual grant payment figures will be dependent on the performance and operations of the scheme.
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2023 |
Current |
Capital |
Total |
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Non Domestic Microgen |
200,000 |
2,000,000 |
2,200,000 |
