Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 July 2021
77. Deputy Mary Butler asked the Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications the position regarding the timeline for issuing of payments to homeowners and or private citizens under the solar PV scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [40199/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) is responsible for the operation of the grant scheme to help homeowners install rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) equipment. Details of eligibility criteria and how to apply are set out on the SEAI website at www.seai.ie. As of 30 June 2021, 6,718 applications have received grant support under the scheme with €14.7m funding provided.Once an Applicant has applied for and received grant approval, they will then have 8 months to complete the works and submit a Declaration of Works and other required documentation to the SEAI. Grants may only be claimed after the measures are fully completed and the company contracted to carry out the works has been paid by or has entered into a financing agreement with the homeowner. Due to the popularity of the scheme, the SEAI ask that customers allow up to six weeks for the processing of payments, with additional time if an inspection is required.More information is available at www.seai.ie/grants/home-energy-grants/solar-electricity-grant/.
