Fáilte Solar Showcases Smart Energy Solutions at the National Construction Summit 2026

The National Construction Summit 2026 brought together construction professionals, developers, architects and industry leaders from across Ireland to discuss the future of the construction industry and Fáilte Solar was proud to be part of that conversation.

Exhibiting with our Sigenergy demonstration van, our team welcomed visitors throughout the event to explore the latest advancements in renewable energy technology and discover how integrated solar and battery storage solutions are helping shape the future of construction.

Connecting with Ireland's Construction Industry

The National Construction Summit provided an excellent opportunity to meet with professionals from across the construction sector and discuss the growing role of renewable energy in residential, commercial and mixed use developments.

With increasing demand for sustainable building practices and future-proof energy systems, conversations focused on how solar PV, battery storage, EV charging and intelligent energy management are becoming essential components of modern construction projects.

 

Our team was on hand to demonstrate how Sigenergy's all-in-one energy ecosystem can help developers and contractors deliver smarter, more efficient buildings.

The Sigenergy Demonstration Van

One of the highlights of the event was our Sigenergy demonstration van, which gave visitors the chance to experience the technology up close.

The mobile showroom allowed attendees to explore Sigenergy's innovative range of products, ask technical questions and see first-hand how seamlessly the system integrates

• Solar PV
• Battery storage
• EV charging
• Smart energy management
• Backup power capabilities

Seeing the technology in action helped visitors understand how these solutions can be applied across a wide range of residential and commercial projects.

Valuable Industry Conversations

Throughout the summit, we had the opportunity to speak with installers, developers, engineers and business owners about the challenges facing the industry and the opportunities that renewable technologies present.

Discussions centred around:

• Future-proofing new developments
• Meeting sustainability targets
• Energy independence
• Smart home integration
• Battery storage adoption
• The growing demand for integrated energy solutions

These conversations continue to reinforce the importance of collaboration between manufacturers, distributors and construction professionals as Ireland moves towards a cleaner energy future.

 

Check out this interview with Fáilte Solar's CEO, Mark Shinners. Mark gives great insight into solar energy solutions 

A Special Visit from Keith Barry

The event even included a surprise visit from Keith Barry, who stopped by the Sigenergy van to learn more about the technology and meet the Fáilte Solar team.

 

It was a fantastic moment during a busy two days and one that certainly drew plenty of attention around the stand.

A huge thank you to everyone who visited the Fáilte Solar stand during the National Construction Summit. We enjoyed meeting so many industry professionals, answering your questions and demonstrating the latest innovations from Sigenergy.

 

If you didn't get the chance to speak with us at the event but would like to learn more about our products or arrange a demonstration, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Together, we're helping build a smarter, more sustainable future for Ireland's construction industry.