Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 January 2024
91. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications if the targeted solar PV scheme for medically vulnerable persons is in operation; the process by which people can avail of this scheme; the size of unit available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57062/23]
View answerThe Medically Vulnerable scheme is a targeted scheme for the installation of solar photovoltaic (PV) panels for customers/households who are registered on the life support category of the Priority Services Register. These homes have a dependence on electrically powered equipment, including medical equipment, life protecting devices and assistive technologies for example dialysis machines, respirators, etc.
The scheme is designed to provide direct support to such vulnerable customers who may have limited opportunity to reduce their electricity demand and comprises of a fully funded 2kWp solar PV system for eligible households. This includes survey/design, supply, installation, and the post works BER. The scheme is operational, including installations, though not all Energy Suppliers are signed up. The scheme is wholly managed by the Energy Suppliers and each of the registered Energy Suppliers are contacting their own eligible customers directly.
The SEAI has established a specific email address for queries from Oireachtas members so that such queries can be addressed promptly, in line with SEAI’s objective to deliver services to the highest standards. The email address is oireachtas@seai.ie
