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MCS Grants and Tariffs
On 1st February 2010, the Government announced new standard generation Feed-in Tariffs (FiT) rates due to start on 1st April 2010, which are guaranteed for 25 years. This new tariff scheme, results in a shorter payback for Solar PV systems, making them an extremely attractive, green option for any home.
Band (kW) |
Currenct Generation Tariff (p/kW) |
Proposed Generation Tariff (p/kWh) |
|---|---|---|
| < 4kW (new build) | 37.9 | 21.0 |
| < 4kW (retrofit) | 43.3 | 21.0 |
>4-10kW | 37.8 | 16.8 |
>10-50kW | 32.9 | 15.2 |
>50-100kW | 19 | 12.9 |
>100-150kW | 19 | 12.9 |
>150-250kW | 15 | 12.9 |
>250kW-5MW | 8.5 | 8.5 |
Standalone | 8.5 | 8.5 |
How the scheme works
Generation Tariff
A set rate paid by the energy supplier for each unit (or kWh) of electricity you generate. This rate will change each year for new entrants to the scheme, but once you join you will continue on the same tariff for 20 years, or 25 years in the case of solar electricity (PV).Export tariff
You will receive a further 3p/kWh from your energy supplier for each unit you export back to the electricity grid, that is when it isn’t used on site. The export rate is the same for all technologies.Energy bill savings
You will be making savings on your electricity bills,because generating electricity to power your appliances means you don’t have to buy as much electricity from your energy supplier. The amount you save will vary depending how much of the electricity you use on site.
Deemed Export
Domestic FIT installations are likely to have their export deemed (estimated) at 50% in most cases until smart meters are rolled out.
Example of how the Feed-in Tariff works
As an example, a typical domestic solar electricity system, with an installation size of 4.0 kWp could earn around:
- £721 per year from the Generation Tariff
- £51 per year from the Export Tariff
- £172 per year reduction in current electricity bills
This gives a total saving of around £944* per year. This assumes 50% of the electricity generated is exported. The figure will vary depending on how much is exported and the price you pay for it.
* From SAP 2009 calculator on 3/1/2012
The FiT is index linked to inflation.
A Solar Thermal Installation will also offer a similar FiT pay payback tariff from April 2011. Details will be posted at a later date. You may also be able to claim a further grant or subsidy through your local council which vary. For more information contact your local council.
