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Furthering its intention to make localised energy a more realistic possibility for homeowners across the UK, Government has today published plans to bring power to the people. By listening to industry, consumer groups and the general public, the Coalition has been able to form its very own Microgeneration Strategy.

According to the latest Ofgem figures photovoltaics has dominated the feed-in tariff installations recorded to date in the UK. The recent ups and downs in the solar industry seem to have had little effect on the figures, with over 96% of the projects registered between January 1 and 31 March belonging to the PV category.

In order to simplify the MCS enrolment process for smaller solar installation companies, the Grant Training Academy is now offering an MCS Made Easy course, which will be delivered by the ECA.

Module manufacturer Phono Solar has received microgeneration certification scheme (MCS) accreditation for its 195W and 200W panels. The certificate is compulsory in order for solar products to be eligible for Government’s feed-in tariff payments, and confirms that the modules comply with or surpass the photovoltaic module standards applicable in the UK.

Independent consultants Ernst & Young have today published an in-depth report focusing on the future of the 50kW to 5MW solar industry after the Government cast yet another shadow of uncertainty over the fledgling market. The UK Solar PV Industry Outlook Report highlights how the deep 70% cuts to feed-in tariff…

On Thurday night approximately 350 people gathered together in boutique Kensington hotel Jumeirah Carlton Tower to celebrate the best of British renewables. The 6th Annual British Renewable Energy Awards paid tribute to the UK renewable energy industry’s achievements over the past year.

Photovoltaic module manufacturer BISOL and boat development company Seaway have joined forces to construct the Greenline Hybrid, which utilises solar energy. By installing BISOL premium quality photovoltaic modules on the solar roof of the boat, more than 80 proud owners of the Greenline 33 now sail by the power of the sun.

Gatwick Solar has just completed a 9.66kW photovoltaic system installation on a poultry farm in Hurstpierpoint, West Sussex.

iGen Energy has completed the first phase of its 96kWp commercial solar photovoltaics installation in Buxton, Derbyshire. The project, which is the first in the UK to feature Q-Cells Q.SMART thin-film modules, is being constructed for professional cleaning solutions manufacturer, Selden Research.

Freetricity is to offer homeowners the chance to go green for free, as part of its solar energy strategy. A total of 1,200 residents per selected county will get the opportunity to have free solar panels installed and maintained absolutely free of charge under the rent-a-roof model that has become popular across the UK.