Solar panels for farms are one of the most effective ways for Irish farmers to reduce electricity costs, access grants, and gain long-term energy independence.
Solar PV is transforming how Irish farms power their daily operations. From dairy and tillage to poultry and equestrian facilities, Lumen Solar helps farmers across Athlone, Westmeath, and across the Midlands cut energy bills and improve efficiency.
With TAMS 3 solar grants covering up to 60% of costs, there’s never been a better time to go solar.
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Reduce Electricity Costs by Up to 70%
Power high-demand equipment like milking parlours, grain dryers, and refrigeration units directly from solar.
Generate Clean, Reliable Power
Solar energy provides a dependable daytime supply, helping farms become more self-sufficient and resilient to rising energy costs.
Protect Against Future Energy Price Rises
Lock in your savings and stabilise energy costs for decades with your own renewable supply.
TAMS 3 Solar Grant
Eligible farmers can claim up to 60% of installation costs under the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS 3).
The grant applies to solar PV systems up to 62kWp.
SEAI Solar Grant
Non-farm agricultural businesses (e.g. processing, agri-food) may also qualify for the SEAI Non-Domestic Microgen Grant (NDMG), up to €162,600.
Clean Export Guarantee (CEG)
Earn credit from your electricity supplier for exporting excess solar energy back to the national grid.
Note: Farmers must apply for these grants directly. Lumen Solar provides all required documentation and technical details to support your application.
Free Assessment
We assess your farm’s power use, roof space, and eligibility for TAMS or SEAI grants.
Custom Design & ROI Forecast
Our engineers design a system tailored to your farm’s layout and daily usage.
Installation & Commissioning
Our Safe Electric-certified installers complete your system with minimal disruption.
Monitor & Maintain
We offer optional maintenance and monitoring to ensure your system performs for decades.
Installing solar on a farm is different from installing it on a home or business. At Lumen Solar, we assess each site carefully to ensure maximum output and long-term performance.
We check roof size, structural condition, and direction (south, east, or west) to determine the best location for high solar yield.
Understanding your daily energy demand helps us size your system correctly, especially for farms with heavy daytime loads like milking, refrigeration, or drying.
We design systems that work seamlessly with your existing equipment, ensuring dependable power for high-demand tasks.
Our team advises you on planning requirements and ensures your system meets all ESB and regulatory standards.
Our latest process
We begin with a thorough assessment of your commercial property to determine the best location and setup for your solar panel system, ensuring optimal performance.
Next, we design a customised solar panel system based on your business’s energy needs. We focus on maximising efficiency and cost savings for each client.
We handle all the necessary permitting and paperwork required by local authorities and regulatory bodies, ensuring that your commercial project meets all legal and safety standards.
Finally, our experienced installation team brings the design to life. We install your solar panels efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to your business operations.
Ireland has some of the highest non-domestic electricity prices in Europe, making solar PV a powerful way for farms to reduce costs and increase energy security. By generating clean energy on-site, farmers cut reliance on the grid, access generous grants, and benefit from fast payback periods. At Lumen Solar, we install solar panels for farms across Athlone, Westmeath, Roscommon and the wider Midlands region.
Solar PV lets farms generate their own low-cost, renewable electricity – ideal for powering milking parlours, cooling, lighting, pumps, and machinery.
Key benefits:
Up to 60% TAMS 3 grant support for eligible farms
Fast payback, many farms see ROI in 3–5 years
Protection from rising energy prices for 25+ years
Solar gives farmers long-term price stability and decades of near-free electricity after payback
Solar PV dramatically reduces a farm’s carbon footprint and supports sustainable land use.
Key benefits:
Huge CO₂ reduction compared to fossil-fuel electricity
Zero noise, zero emissions, low maintenance
Improves your farm’s reputation with buyers and suppliers who value sustainability
Solar supports greener farming while enhancing efficiency and environmental stewardship.
Solar PV is perfectly suited to Ireland’s climate — modern panels generate energy from both direct and diffuse light, even on cloudy days. Solar panels for farms generate consistent daytime output, perfectly matching the energy profile of dairy, beef, poultry and tillage operations.
Key benefits:
Built for Irish weather: reliable year-round
Minimal maintenance: no moving parts, simple upkeep
Custom-designed systems: for barns, sheds, yards, or fields
This is why solar panels for farms continue to grow in popularity across Ireland.
At Lumen Solar, we create tailored solutions that maximise output and integrate seamlessly with your daily farm operations.
Most farms cut their annual electricity bills by 40–70%, depending on system size and energy profile.
In short, yes! Farms have high daytime electricity use, which aligns perfectly with solar generation. Systems typically pay back in 5–8 years.
Farmers must submit applications directly to the Department of Agriculture or SEAI. Lumen Solar provides all the technical details, quotes, and certifications required.
At Luman Solar, we make the installation process quick and efficient. Typically, the installation is completed within a few weeks, depending on the size and complexity of the system. Our team will work around your schedule to ensure minimal disruption to your farm’s operations.
If your solar system produces excess energy, we can help you sell it back to the grid. This creates an additional income stream for your farm, further improving the financial benefits of switching to solar energy. We’ll guide you through the process of registering and exporting energy to maximise your returns.
Yes, our systems are designed to be scalable so that you can add battery storage or EV chargers in the future.
Take control of your farm’s energy future.
Contact Lumen Solar, the Midlands’ trusted solar PV installer, to learn how much you could save with solar panels for your farm.
info@lumensolar.ie
(090) 640 0180
Blyry Business and Commercial Park, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 EC93
info@lumensolar.ie
(090) 640 0180
Blyry Business and Commercial Park, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 EC93
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