Fivealley community honoured for solar energy leadership
Fivealley Sustainable Energy Community received the Inspirational Sustainable Energy Community Award for their pioneering community solar project. The accolade highlights their success in Offaly, where 128 households now benefit from 1,650 solar panels installed through a collaborative meitheal approach.
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The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) celebrated innovation and dedication in sustainable energy at their 2026 Energy Awards, recognising outstanding contributions across communities, businesses, and the public sector.
Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O’Brien, T.D., presented the Inspirational Sustainable Energy Community Award to Fivealley SEC in Offaly. Their flagship solar PV meitheal project, the largest community-led solar initiative in Ireland, has seen 128 homes equipped with 1,650 solar panels, reviving the communal spirit of traditional meitheal projects.
Among other honourees, Caroline Ashe Brady earned the Chair’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Energy, applauded for her leadership in sustainable construction and energy efficiency as Commercial Director of KORE Insulation. The ceremony, hosted by journalist Ella McSweeney, featured 12 awards chosen from a record 157 entries, underscoring Ireland’s growing commitment to a greener, more resilient future.
Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, Darragh O’Brien, T.D., presented the Inspirational Sustainable Energy Community Award to Fivealley SEC in Offaly. Their flagship solar PV meitheal project, the largest community-led solar initiative in Ireland, has seen 128 homes equipped with 1,650 solar panels, reviving the communal spirit of traditional meitheal projects.
Among other honourees, Caroline Ashe Brady earned the Chair’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to Sustainable Energy, applauded for her leadership in sustainable construction and energy efficiency as Commercial Director of KORE Insulation. The ceremony, hosted by journalist Ella McSweeney, featured 12 awards chosen from a record 157 entries, underscoring Ireland’s growing commitment to a greener, more resilient future.
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