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New Guide Helps Dairy Farmers Go Solar, Slash Emissions

7/6/2025

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Dairy farmers can now harness the power of the sun to cut energy costs and emissions, thanks to a new guide from Teagasc and Munster Technological University. Launched by Minister Noel Grealish, this resource details solar PV technology and offers insights on installation and financial support, promising to reduce CO2 emissions by 7.5 tonnes each year.

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Story summary

Dairy farmers can now harness the power of the sun to cut energy costs and emissions, thanks to a new guide from Teagasc and Munster Technological University. Launched by Minister Noel Grealish, this resource details solar PV technology and offers insights on installation and financial support, promising to reduce CO2 emissions by 7.5 tonnes each year.