Activ8 Solar Energies has announced the completion of a 2.5MW solar installation at Gyproc's manufacturing facility in Kingscourt, Co Cavan.
This marks one of Ireland's most technically advanced and complex commercial solar projects to date.
The system will supply up to 15% of the site's total energy demand while reducing carbon emissions by an estimated 502.16 tonnes of CO2 each year - equivalent to powering 532 Irish homes annually.
The project comes as energy-intensive industries across Ireland face rising electricity costs, increasing pressure to decarbonise operations, and a growing need for resilient, onsite energy solutions.
The installation is expected to deliver annual electricity cost savings of approximately €230,000 while representing a significant investment in sustainable infrastructure in the Cavan region, supporting local industry and long-term energy resilience.
Speaking to Northern Sound, Ciaran Marron, CEO of Activ8 Energies said this project proves that even complex sites can deliver real sustainability gains through innovation and collaboration.
Faced with strict site constraints that prohibited ground penetration, Ciaran said his company designed a bespoke system tailored to the site's conditions, unlocking significant environmental and commercial value for Gyproc.
