Solar panels drive new 12v photovoltaic policies

What policies will boost solar PV deployment?

The report outlines several policies that would boost PV deployment, including business rates reform, an end to VAT for solar energy systems, and solar PV’s continued eligibility for Government-led clean power auctions.

Should guidance on solar PV be included in the National Policy Statement?

The solar industry very much welcomes the addition of guidance on solar PV to the National Policy Statement for renewable energy infrastructure. However, there are several provisions which could be strengthened, which we have outlined below.

Will the UK treble solar PV capacity over the next 8 years?

Solar Energy UK has published new analysis setting out a roadmap to treble solar PV capacity over the next eight years. The new report titled Lighting the way reveals the policy and regulatory changes required to unleash the potential of solar energy in the UK.

Will solar power be a key driving force behind the 2030 Clean Power Mission?

Solar power will be a key driving force behind the 2030 clean power mission, Energy Secretary Ed Miliband told industry today (Wednesday 2 October) during the first meeting of the government’s reactivated Solar Taskforce.

How much solar PV will be deployed in the UK?

According to the Government scenarios in the Final EMR Delivery Plan, about 10-12 GWp of solar PV could be deployed in the UK by the end of the decade.3 With recent growth and capacity already in the pipeline, we could get close to that level of deployment.

How will a large-scale solar PV installation be approved?

Approval for large-scale solar PV installations (less than 50 MWp) will continue to be granted through local planning processes. This is done in accordance with local plans and any relevant material considerations, including national planning policy and practice guidance.