Feed-in tariffs (FITS) are new measures introduced by the Government to support the uptake of microgeneration technologies in the UK. To help you understand what FITs are and how you could benefit from their introduction we have put together a set of frequently asked questions that explain everything.

Have a look at our facts and figures document here

FIT payments are financial support measures introduced by the government to increase the uptake of small-scale renewable generation (<5MWp) and help deliver the UK’s 2020 renewable energy targets. The scheme provides renewable generators with a 25 year  guaranteed per unit support payments (p/kWh) for photovoltaic (PV) electricity generation

What are the key benefits of the Feed-In Tariff?

The FIT provides three key benefits for anyone installing microgeneration.

• Guaranteed premium payment for all electricity produced.
• Guaranteed price for any electricity exported onto the electricity network. This will be deemed based on the amount electricity generated at a buy-back price of 3p per unit (additional to the FIT shown below).
• Onsite usage of generated electricity, therefore reducing the amount purchased from an electricity supplier.
  

The table below provides details of the tariff levels that you can expect to receive.

The tariff levels set out above apply to systems installed before April 2012. Systems installed after this will bill subject to new lower tariff rates: The government proposes that the model incorporates annual “digression” whereby the tariff level will reduce by a fixed percentage for systems installed in the future. Generators will continue to receive the same tariff rate for 25 year period as they did upon installation.

How much will I save?

The amount of money you save will be dependent on the amount of electricity that you generate and how you use this electricity in the home. The feed-In tariff is a 'premium tariff' which means that generators will be paid the FIT rate (p/kWh) for their total generation but will also be able to 'sell' any electricity they export back to the grid. Customers will receive a guaranteed export payment of 3p/kWh. This is designed to encourage generators to use the electricity they generate within their home so they can benefit further from reducing the need to purchase electricity from a supplier. The below table provides examples of the savings that you could make by installing solar PV panels

The estimated price includes all fixings, cabling, accessories and typical scaffolding costs for a standard home. The modules are designed to be mounted onto an existing or new roof and are suitable for almost all roof types.

*Prices shown are subject to a complete site survey, assuming good roof access and a tiled roof (not slate or flat) **Please note that as these Solar PV systems are subject to prevailing weather conditions the actual performance figures may vary from those stated.

Feed-In Tariff Scenario

¹Average domestic tariff price for Midlands distribution area as of 31^st March 2009

Feed-In Tariff Scenario

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