How the Feed-in Tariff works

Owners of solar PV systems that generate electricity will be paid for every kilowatt hour (kWh) of electricity generated, even if it is used on-site.

This Feed-in Tariff is a fixed rate and is set by Government legislation. The rate paid is determined by the type and size of the renewable energy system installed.

In addition, any surplus electricity generated will be fed into the National Grid and will trigger additional payments. This Export Tariff is the same for all types and sizes of renewable energy systems.

Feed-in Tariff payments will be made for at least the next 20 years for electricity generated from a renewable source (25 years for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels).

Any payments are in addition to the savings that could be made by not having to purchase all the electricity usually required from a supplier.