Guide to Renewable Heat Incentives  |  Guide to Feed in Tariffs  |  Tax Relief Advantages

What are the FITs?
The tariffs are payments to anyone who owns a renewable electricity system, for every kilowatt hour they generate. They are applicable to households, businesses and, indeed, virtually any property owner.

How much is paid?
Up to 41.3p/kWhr, depending on the type and size of the system used to generate renewable energy.  Plus an additional 3p/kWh when you export any surplus back to the grid.

For how long?
Tariffs are paid for 20 years, except solar systems which qualify for 25 years. Tariffs are index-linked to RPI.

Is that enough?
These tariffs should cover the initial capital cost of installation and, according to the Government, earn a return up to 8% p.a. In practice that means you should earn back the capital cost at least two to three times over the duration of the tariffs.

When do they start?
Tariffs became payable in April 2010. All qualifying systems installed now are eligible.

Until April 2012 up to 50kW systems can still receive these generous FiTs. We would therefore suggest that members look at the benefits of installing a <50kw PV system long before that deadline.

Any restrictions?
The tariffs apply to all the technologies shown in sizes up to 5 megawatts.
However the government is now reviewing the scheme, so things may change.

How can I benefit?
Anyone who owns a property can benefit from the Feed-In Tariffs offered.

How efficient are they?
The Photon test is currently the most recognised field performance test, comparing international solar module brands over several years. Using scientific methodology, the test helps consumers select the best module supplier, based on product performance in the field.
The Photon Field Performance Test measures how many kilowatt hours of electricity a module generates during one year in real life conditions in the field.

The energy yield of REC modules was 6.l% higher than the group average and 13.7% more than the worst performing module.