School Photovoltaic Panel Checklist

This document outlines the programme and provides guidance to the school.

This document provides a list of information that schools will need to have in hand at each stage of the School Hub online application process. Reading and completing it fully will reduce the amount of time required online and.

This document provides answers to some of the more frequent questions from schools in relation to the programme.

This document is a reference for Registered Contractors who wish to carry out works supported by the SPP for primary and post primary school buildings. It sets out the general.

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What is solar for schools (schools' photovoltaic) scheme?

The Solar for Schools (Schools’ Photovoltaic (PV)) scheme will be rolled out on a phased basis, commencing with a call for applications to over 1,600 schools from 11 designated areas across the country. The first phase will open for applications on 30 November 2023.

Do solar PV panels comply with fire/roof classification requirements?

4.1.1.3 Solar PV panels installed as a part of a building’s roof structure: Solar PV panels installed as integrated roofing material shall comply with the minimum fire/roof classification requirements for roof covering as required by the current CRC Section R902.

What is an example of a solar PV installation?

An example of this type of installation is a carport structure having solar PV panels as the roof.

Will schools get 6 kWp photovoltaic panels?

The provision of up to 6 kWp photovoltaic (PV) panels to schools, to be funded from the Climate Action Fund at the discretion of the Minister for the Environment, was announced in September 2022.

What is the schools photovoltaic Programme (SPP)?

This programme is the Schools Photovoltaic Programme (SPP) and it will be a multi-annual programme. The SPP is a devolved programme. This means that school authorities will be provided with funding from the Department to have PV panels installed by a registered contractor, with guidance from the Department.

What is the Solar for Schools programme?

The Solar for Schools Programme is expected to encourage more companies to enter the installer market. The Department of Education has developed detailed guidance documentation for schools and contractors availing of this programme which are now available at the following link: Schools Photovoltaic Programme. The areas for the pilot phase are:

School Photovoltaic Panel Checklist