Farm Electricity Savings for Irish Farmers
Electricity is a major operating cost for many Irish farms, particularly dairy farms with high electricity usage from milking, milk cooling, water heating, pumps, lighting and other equipment.
WeSwitchU helps farmers review electricity usage, compare suitable tariffs and identify potential savings based on the farm's actual energy profile.
We handle the tariff review, comparison and switching process for you.
Fee: 10% of verified savings. No savings, no fee.
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Farm tariff review • Supplier comparison • Switching support • Solar and export tariff review
How We Help Farmers Reduce Electricity Costs
Farm electricity tariffs can vary considerably depending on electricity usage, meter type, tariff structure, standing charges and when electricity is consumed.
We review the complete farm electricity profile rather than focusing only on one headline unit rate.
Our review can include:
- annual farm electricity consumption
- current electricity tariff
- unit rates and standing charges
- day and night electricity usage
- available supplier tariffs
- solar PV generation where applicable
- electricity export payments
- battery storage where applicable
- estimated annual savings
Read our Farm Electricity Rates Ireland 2026 guide
Farm Electricity Review
Complete the short form below and we can review your current electricity arrangement and identify whether a better-value tariff may be available.
What happens next: we review your electricity usage and tariff information, compare suitable options and contact you if verified savings are available.
By submitting this form, you acknowledge that WeSwitchU charges 10% of verified savings. If no savings are identified, no fee applies.
Alternatively, contact the WeSwitchU team on 01 912 5161.
Dairy Farm Electricity Savings
Dairy farms can be particularly electricity-intensive because electricity is required for several essential operations throughout the day.
Typical dairy farm electricity loads can include:
- milking machines
- milk cooling
- water heating
- vacuum pumps
- water pumping
- lighting
- other dairy equipment
Because electricity consumption can be high, relatively small differences in electricity pricing can have a meaningful impact on annual farm costs.
The best electricity tariff for a dairy farm depends on the farm's actual electricity usage, tariff structure and when electricity is consumed.
Why Farm Electricity Tariff Reviews Matter
Electricity prices and supplier tariffs change regularly.
A tariff that represented good value previously may no longer be the best option when a contract ends or electricity usage changes.
Farm electricity usage can also change after:
- expanding herd size
- installing new milking or cooling equipment
- adding solar PV
- installing battery storage
- changing operating hours
- adding new farm buildings or equipment
Reviewing the tariff when these changes occur can help ensure the farm remains on a suitable electricity plan.
Night Rate Electricity for Farms
Some farms may benefit from night-rate or other time-of-use electricity pricing where a meaningful amount of electricity can be used during cheaper periods.
This can be relevant for loads such as:
- water heating
- milk cooling
- battery charging
- pumping
- other electricity usage that can practically be scheduled
However, the cheapest night rate is not always the cheapest tariff overall.
Daytime rates, standing charges and the farm's actual usage profile also affect the total annual cost.
Learn more about night-rate electricity
Solar PV and Battery Storage for Farms
Solar PV can be particularly useful for farms with significant daytime electricity consumption.
Solar-generated electricity may be:
- used directly by farm equipment
- stored in a battery
- exported to the electricity grid
Battery storage can give some farms additional flexibility around when electricity is imported and used.
Where relevant, our farm electricity review can consider how electricity tariffs interact with solar generation, battery storage and farm electricity consumption.
Learn more about electricity tariffs for solar and battery systems
Why Export Payments Matter for Farms With Solar PV
Farms with solar PV should consider both the cost of importing electricity from the grid and the value of electricity exported to the grid.
When comparing electricity options, we can review:
- electricity import rates
- standing charges
- solar generation
- electricity exported to the grid
- export payment rates
- battery storage where applicable
A tariff with the lowest electricity import rate may not always provide the best overall value if another supplier offers a stronger export arrangement.
The correct comparison should consider the farm's overall annual electricity position.
How The WeSwitchU Farm Service Works
- Complete the Farm Electricity Review form.
- We review your electricity information. This may include recent bills, usage and tariff details.
- We compare suitable electricity options.
- We identify verified savings where available.
- We manage the switching process if you decide to proceed.
- We review your tariff over time.
Fee: 10% of verified savings. No savings, no fee.
Why Use WeSwitchU for Farm Electricity?
- Farm electricity tariff review
- Supplier comparison
- Day and night usage assessment
- Solar and export tariff review
- Switching support
- Annual tariff review
- No savings, no fee
Our focus is not simply finding the lowest advertised electricity rate.
We look at the farm's complete electricity profile to identify the option that may provide the best overall value.
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Farm Electricity FAQs
Can farmers reduce electricity costs by switching supplier?
Potentially. Savings depend on the farm's current tariff, annual electricity consumption, standing charges and alternative tariffs available.
What is the best electricity tariff for a dairy farm?
There is no single tariff that is best for every dairy farm. The most suitable option depends on electricity usage from milking, cooling, water heating and other farm equipment, together with rates and tariff structure.
Are night-rate tariffs suitable for farms?
They can be where a meaningful proportion of farm electricity usage occurs during cheaper periods. The full tariff should be compared before switching.
Can WeSwitchU review solar export payments for farms?
Yes. For farms with solar PV, we can consider electricity import costs and export payments as part of the overall tariff review.
Will switching electricity supplier interrupt farm electricity supply?
No. Switching supplier does not normally interrupt the physical electricity supply to the farm.
How often should a farm electricity tariff be reviewed?
It is sensible to review the tariff when a contract or discount period ends and whenever there is a significant change in farm electricity usage.
Read the Full Farm Electricity FAQ