Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Cathaoirleach Councillor Barry Saul
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has made the switch to solar energy and aims to “lead by example” for a cleaner, greener future.
The successful completion of a new solar photovoltaic (PV) installation on the roof of Dún Laoghaire’s County Hall marks another step forward in their commitment to climate action, a spokesperson has said. The new 100 kW solar PV system has been delivered as part of the council's ongoing programme of decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvements across its facilities and public buildings.
By generating clean, renewable electricity on-site, this installation will reduce the build’s dependence on grid-supplied energy, lower operational costs and contribute to climate action targets. Cathaoirleach Councillor Barry Saul said the solar installation “will have long-lasting environmental and economic benefits”.
“By harnessing renewable energy and reducing emissions from our own operations, the council is leading by example and showing how collective action can help build a cleaner, greener and more sustainable Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown,” he said.
The new solar array will harness solar energy to power day-to-day operations, reducing carbon emissions and improving the environmental performance of the building. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown states the project demonstrates how local authorities can lead by example in transitioning to cleaner energy sources while delivering long-term value for the public.
New solar PV at County Hall, Dún Laoghaire
"This project is a great example of how the council is embedding climate action into the day-to-day operation of our services and buildings. The new solar installation will help reduce our environmental impact while also delivering significant energy savings over the years ahead,” Chief Executive Frank Curran said.
“As we continue to invest in energy efficiency and renewable technologies across the county, we are demonstrating our commitment to creating a more sustainable future for our communities and future generations."
The solar installation is expected to generate approximately 89,000 kWh of clean electricity each year, equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of around 20 average Irish homes. In environmental terms, the system is projected to reduce County Hall's carbon emissions by approximately 40 tonnes of CO₂ each year.
To maximise the benefits of the investment, a real-time monitoring dashboard has also been installed. This system allows the Facilities Management team to track energy generation, system performance and environmental savings on an ongoing basis, ensuring the installation operates efficiently while providing valuable data on energy and carbon reductions.
This is just one aspect of a wider programme of energy efficiency and sustainability upgrades across council facilities.
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