npower Microgeneration Scheme – Feed In Tariffs
npower Microgeneration Scheme – Feed In Tariffs
npower Microgeneration Scheme – Feed In Tariffs
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I installed my microgeneration technology<br />
before 15 July 2009. Why do I not benefit<br />
from the higher FiTs?<br />
The Government designed FiTs to stimulate the growth of<br />
the microgeneration market beyond its current level. Those<br />
that are being transferred from the Renewables Obligation<br />
to FiTs will still be supported to a similar level under the<br />
existing microgenerators tariff (see Generation <strong>Tariffs</strong> table<br />
on page 6). Many of the installations prior to July 2009 will<br />
also have benefited from LCBP grants.<br />
Why is it better to use the generated<br />
electricity than to export it?<br />
Due to the export tariff level being set at 3.2p for all<br />
renewable technologies, excluding Solar PV that will be<br />
4.5p per unit, it is more financially viable for you to use<br />
your generated electricity on site as this avoids the need to<br />
purchase electricity from your supplier at around 13p per<br />
unit (see the explanatory diagrams on page 6).<br />
What if I want to add more<br />
microgeneration?<br />
Please let us know, so that we can update your details and<br />
payments. It is important you check with your supplier as<br />
your payments can be affected by several factors when<br />
installing additional capacity.<br />
What if my microgeneration scheme<br />
produces more than 50kW?<br />
Please contact Ofgem for details on accreditation.<br />
I have 25 or more installations,<br />
what rates apply to me?<br />
What happens if I change suppliers?<br />
You must inform us and ask your new supplier to pay<br />
your FiT payments.<br />
Can I choose who receives my<br />
cashback payments?<br />
Yes. You must inform us by stating this on the application<br />
form. However you must also tell us if these details change.<br />
Who is eligible to join the<br />
<strong>npower</strong> scheme?<br />
You must either be an <strong>npower</strong> customer, use a supplier<br />
not offering FiTs or be off-grid. If your system is less than<br />
50kW, it must have been installed by an MCS accredited<br />
installer using MCS-accredited products. If it is more than<br />
50kW, please contact Ofgem for accreditation. You will<br />
also need to meet the energy efficiency requirement before<br />
contacting us.<br />
What is the energy efficiency requirement?<br />
This is requirement for all new installations from 1st April<br />
2012 to have a valid Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)<br />
at a rating of level D or above. The EPC must be submitted<br />
with your initial <strong>Feed</strong> <strong>In</strong> Tariff Application, and cannot be<br />
submitted afterwards. Any installation without an EPC will<br />
receive a reduced rate of 7.1p/kWh.<br />
How do I apply?<br />
It’s simple <strong>–</strong> just complete, sign and return the enclosed<br />
application form. We will then contact you with the<br />
next steps.<br />
If you have 25 or more PV installations, your tariff<br />
will reduce. Please see the tariff tables on page 6 for<br />
further information.<br />
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