The Benefits of the Renewable Energy Feed in Tariff Scheme
As an incentive to get more households to consider using renewable energy, the UK government instituted the renewable Feed in Tariff scheme to anyone who has an MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) solar PV system installed on or after April 2009. The programme first began paying on the Feed in Tariff renewable energy scheme in 2010 but even so, the solar energy Feed in Tariff is still considered to be an infant programme going through its own form of growing pains.
The Renewable Energy Feed in Tariff UK One of the Latest in Europe
Whilst many countries throughout the EU have adopted a form of Feed in Tariff over the years, many of them have had their programmes up and running years before the renewable energy Feed in Tariff scheme was instituted in the UK. For example, many of the EU states have been paying feed in tariffs renewable energy for systems installed since 1997, which is 12 years prior to those eligible for FIT in the UK. However, statistically the renewable energy Feed in Tariff in the UK pays more than many of the other 19 to 20 EU states for solar PV systems. Even though we are amongst the last to offer Feed in Tariffs our consumers pay less for renewable solar energy and our tariffs are higher.
Why Offer Incentives for Generating Renewable Energy?
Global warming is a major concern around the globe and many developed nations are working to reduce CO2 emissions in a number of ways. By promoting microgeneration (small scale generation) of renewable energy it is the hope that, over time, these systems will have a significant impact. As well, there is also growing unease about the tension in the Middle East amongst OPEC nations. History has proven that the slightest provocation can cause these countries to shut down or severely limit their oil exports which will then impact everything from gasoline at the fuel pumps to the production of electricity which is manufactured through the use of fossil fuels. There is one other aspect to renewable energy and that is the economy. By helping households and small businesses to reduce what they are spending on utilities it is hoped that more money will be available to funnel back into the economy.
If you are looking to take part in the renewable energy Feed in Tariff UK scheme then you should be aware of the fact that your solar PV system will need to be Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) certified. It must also be installed by a registered MCS installer such as New Energy Futures. Unless these two conditions are met you will not be able to take part in FIT nor will you qualify for the 25 year guarantee on solar PV panels. To find out more about the government Feed in Tariff UK scheme you can browse through the information on the New Energy Futures website or call 0844 774 1407 to speak with a knowledgeable solar installer who can set up a time to assess your energy needs at your location.
