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Could a new £500m fund double subsidy-free solar power in the UK?

London, December 1st, 2021 – The UK Infrastructure Bank has made its first private sector transaction, which will help catalyse a new £500m fund with NextEnergy Capital that could double the amount of subsidy-free solar power in the UK.

What is the UK's 'green energy support scheme'?

This was published under the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government The biggest ever round of the UK government’s flagship renewable energy support scheme is opening to applications today (Monday, 13 December), with £285 million available a year for building the next generation of Great Britain’s green energy projects.

Are unsubsidised new-build solar projects a good investment?

Unsubsidised new-build solar projects represent an attractive investment opportunity, both in financial investment returns and in the pursuit of societal objectives such as addressing climate change and improving biodiversity in the UK.

Are there any solar incentives in the UK?

However, some solar incentives still exist to help homeowners and businesses switch to renewable energy sources. There are currently four main incentives to encourage the adoption of solar panels in the United Kingdom. The Smart Export Guarantee, or SEG, came into effect on the first of January 2020.

How many solar PV installations are there in the UK?

To comment on any of the issues discussed in this article please email: [email protected] The use of solar PV to generate electricity in the UK has grown rapidly since 2010, increasing capacity from 95 MW to 13,800 MW at the end of 2021. There are now over one million solar PV installations in the UK.

Do you qualify for a solar energy export incentive?

Solar panel systems can range up to 5MW capacity. The system must be grid-tied and fitted with a smart meter to measure solar energy exports. If you live off-grid or have a van conversion or campervan with solar power, you won't be eligible for this incentive.