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Important information about the future Feed in Tariff 11/01/12

Take a look at out 'Latest News' to read about the new Feed in Tariffs that will be coming into place on 1st April 2012. There have already been dramatic cuts since December 12th 2011 and now the Solar industry faces more fierce cuts to Solar PV systems.

Recent Changes to your Feed-In-Tariff 31/10/2011
NEW DEADLINE FOR SOLAR PV INSTALLS AS FEED IN TARIFFS SLASHED BY 50%

The Facts

The DECC has announced a reduction to the Feed-In-Tariffs, this was preceded by a leak in the Financial Times on Wednesday 26th October 2011, plus Friday 28th October 2011 there was an administrative error whereby the EST website carried out a fact sheet on the propsed changes to Solar PV Feed-In-Tariff rates.

The REA and STA's Analysis

In an attempt to avoid this situation which industries are facing today, the REA and STA had already called for cuts in the tariffs across all sales of project of 25% as without action, there would be real danger wher the budget would be exceeded. The table which shows the market segment and also the likely impact can be seen by following this link, http://www.stobbartsres.com/News/decc-has-announced-a-reduction-to-feed-in-tariffs.html

The summary of proposals

The consultation only addresses PV, i.e. it is effectively a second emergency review, a proper comprehensive review is still scheduled, the propsed rates can be seen in a table by following the link above and scrolling down to 'Summary of the Proposals'

It will be an almost 8 week consultation with a deadlie of 23rd December 2011.

Stations commissioning before 12th December 2011 will recieve the existing triffs for the next 25 year generation.
Stations commissioning after 12th December 2011 but before 1st April 2012 will recieve the existing tariff until 1st April 2012, after this date they will recieve the lower rate of tariff.
Commissioning after 1st April 2012 recieve the lower rates of tariff.

There will also be new energy efficiency requirements, from 1st April 2012 each domestic installation must be accompanied by an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) with a Level C or above, which has completed all "Green Deal" measures. Where a domestic property does not meet these Energy Efficiency Requirements, the Solar PV Installation may recieve a lower tariff (9p/kWh is suggested)

There is also a question on new tariffs for aggregated schemes. Clearly, it is an unusual step to have a reference date occuring before the deadline for the consultation. DECC's objective here is to limit spending at the higher tariff rates by as much as possible.

The Feed-In-Tariff (FIT) Explained

The main difference between purchasing a Solar PV System yourself or getting it for free is the Feed-In-Tariff (FIT). By investing in Solar yourself you will benefit from lower electricity bills and will keep all of the money from the FIT. By getting Solar installed for free it means that you will have no upfront cost responsibility and will benefit form lower electricity bills, but will not keep the FIT.

The Feed-in Tariff is a government-backed scheme to encourage property owners to generate green electricity.

The scheme offers generous payments to property owners for energy produced from renewable sources like solar power.

The payments are tax-free, increase in line with inflation and are guaranteed for 25 years. An average system can provide a return of 11%, which makes them a great investment.

The Annual Benefit = Generation Tariff + Export Tariff + Reduced Bills

FIT Scheme - Information Leaflet(671.1 KB)

You can also view our Purchase Solar PV page for more information on the Feed-In-Tariff

Purchasing solar panels for your property is an excellent investment.

We will sell you the system outright so you get the full benefit of the FIT (the Generation and Export tariff along with the reduction in electrical bills). We can also arrange for finance for the purchase of your PV System.

You could earn great returns of up to 11% by investing in solar panels.

Cut your carbon footprint
Cut your electricity bills
Sell electricity back to the grid
Protection against future increases in electricity prices
Great long term investment

As a property owner you have the oppurtunity to buy our Solar PV System and have it installed. This depends on the suitability of your roof.

Having a PV System installed by Stobbarts RES gives you the opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint and benefit from lower electricity bills and even make money on the electricity your panels produce.

Here is what we do:

PV Purchase - We will sell you the system outright so you get the full benefit of the FIT (the Generation and Export tariff along with the reduction in electrical bills)

Installing any kind of PV solar power is an important long term decision. That's why it's important to choose the right Solar PV Installer.

First and foremost, we’d like you to consider us as we are a local firm. Employing only residents of the local area, by choosing us to install your solar panels you are supporting the local economy and creating job opportunities in your area.

Secondly, should you choose to purchase solar panels from us we promise to match the price of any of our competitors to supply and install your panels. Stobbarts has a ‘Building Partnerships’ approach to business, which means that we are committed to the delivery of exceptional value and service. We work to build long-term relationships with our clients, and should you have any questions you can rest in the knowledge that someone is only a phone call away. Stobbarts will also take on responsibility for the maintenance of your solar panels for 25 years, a service we can offer as a Cumbrian business.

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