Cappakeel Solar

A proposed development in Co. Laois

About the project

Perigus Energy is exploring the potential to develop a solar energy project in the townlands of Cappakeel, Morrett, Killone, Rossmore and Raheennahown North, County Laois. The project aims to supply clean and sustainable electricity to the national grid, supporting Ireland’s objective to achieve 80% renewable electricity by 2030. Environmental studies have been carried out on a site of approximately 600 acres. These assessments and surveys aided in the design of a solar farm which enhances the immediate and surrounding environment in all aspects. This solar farm site was submitted to and granted by Laois County Council, however, is now being reviewed by An Commission Pleanála in a Third-Party Appeal process.

Fact file and projected timeline

Cappakeel Solar

Name: Cappakeel Solar Farm

Location: Co. Laois

Capacity: 170 MW

Planning submitted: Q3 2025

Target to enter commercial operation: Q1 2028

contact@perigusenergy.com

Q1 2025

Solar Farm Planning lodged to LCC

Q4 2025

Solar Farm Planning Granted by LCC

Q4 2025

Solar Farm Planning appealed to ACP

Q4 2025

ECP batch

Q1 2026

Solar Farm granted planning by ACP

Q1 2026

Substation and grid planning lodged to ACP; ECP Qualification

Q1 2027

Grid offer

Q3 2027

RESS Auction; Financial Close Date

Q4 2028

Commencement of construction

Q1 2030

Grid energisation date and COD

Local community

Perigus Energy is committed to engaging inclusively with the whole community and developing a responsible project that is good for society and for our neighbours. As part of the Cappakeel Solar project, we want to help bring forward sustainable, long-term community initiatives that meet local priorities, needs and objectives.

In accordance with the government-led Renewable Energy Support Scheme (RESS), the project, if consented, will deliver a substantial and long-term community benefit fund during the operational period of the Solar Farm. In line with government guidance, this fund is expected to provide €2 per MW hour for the first 15 years of the project. The community benefit fund must be used for the wider economic, environmental, social and cultural well-being of the local community. The distribution of the fund will ultimately be for the community living in proximity to the project to decide in partnership with the Perigus Energy team team.

If you would like to speak to us about the community benefit opportunities, please get in touch – we are keen to hear from you. You can find out more about our Community Benefit Fund here.

Get in touch

The project team for the proposed Cappakeel Solar Farm has extensive experience in the design, construction and operation of renewable energy projects. We are committed to mobilising our experience to ensure we meet our stated aim of creating projects which are good for Ireland, good for the local communities and good for the environment.

Our Community Liaison Officers, Aidan Stakelum and Edward Cummins are available to speak with local residents and community members to make sure information is readily available. All queries or questions are recognised and responded to in a transparent and efficient manner.

Please get in contact if you have any suggestions as to how you feel we can best facilitate or tailor the proposed project’s communications to suit you best.

Telephone: Edward Cummins, 086 103 0464

Post: Cappakeel Solar, Perigus Energy, 5^th Floor, One Albert Quay, Cork City, T12 X8N6