Are you sure its 43.3p? DECC say otherwise

[Earthstore]

I tried to watch Barking on a link that one of you good chaps posted, and I just had to give up and go and tidy my sock draw (well it was a mess).
How can all these people sit there just going round and round in circles? It is just beyond me.
I am now finding the guidance of the powers that be, stating that it is 21p, when, as it stands in law it should be 43.3p.
Now we have to wait for another announcement that is due before the 9th of Feb.
I think I may start a new business selling bottles of water to these committees, just watch, they are always drinking the stuff....

 

[SRE]

DECC to consult on automatic feed-in tariff cuts - 01 Feb 2012 - News from BusinessGreen looks like the announcement will be as close to the 9th as they can get it and may include automatic cut off points. I'm not sure how that will work. 4 months of boom followed by 2 months of bust in 6 month cycles???? Or 4 months work and 2 months off every 6 months ......

 

[Del Boy]

I have to say that having read the majority of views on this post, it's good to hear that most people are trying to do the right thing by their customers and not just trying to make a quick buck. Being honest and transparent with customers is IMHO the only way to be, I truly believe that word of mouth is the best advertising.

Reading comments like "couldn't in all conscience sell at 43p even with a disclaimer" and "I'll be honest - I HAVE to work. But I won't sell at 43.3p. It's not my risk to take." really shows that you guys are putting customers first.

I hope their are some future customers on here who won't buy from those mis-selling, high pressure tactic salesman who give the industry a bad reputation similar to double glazing. It's not deserved and I hope some of you get more business from being genuine, professional, transparent and here to stay.

Mini-rant over!

As for the DECC thing, like most said, only need to wait 5 more weeks and the sooner everyone knows for definite the better for suppliers, installers and the industry as a whole.

 

[STEL]

I received this from someone at REAL - makes it quite clear. Says basically 43p tariff until end of March, then it may revert to 21p depending on the outcome at the supreme court.

Installations between 12 Dec & 2 Mar

For an <4kw installation installed and registered between 12 Dec and 2 March the tariff is 43.3p until 31 March. The uncertainty lies in what tariff a consumer would be on from 1 April for the remainder of the 25 years. The Court of Appeal ruling means the 43.3p would remain for 25 years. The uncertainty lies in whether the Government are able to appeal to the Supreme Court. If they are able to appeal, and go on to successfully appeal, the tariff could drop from 1 April to 21p.

Installations from 3 March

Installations from the 3 March will receive 43.3p until 31 March. The tariff will then revert to 21p for 25 years.

 

[finchy]

DECC to consult on automatic feed-in tariff cuts - 01 Feb 2012 - News from BusinessGreen looks like the announcement will be as close to the 9th as they can get it and may include automatic cut off points. I'm not sure how that will work. 4 months of boom followed by 2 months of bust in 6 month cycles???? Or 4 months work and 2 months off every 6 months ......

How can commercial projects get off the ground with 2-4 month lead....

 

[The Solar King]

Boom bust boom bust boom bust. This all goes back to the fact DECC completely messed it up in budget submissions to the Treasury. The 2020 targets are also nonsense as the underachievers in DECC do not understand on-site renewables. The target was probably suggested by one or some of the numerous 'advisers' from the big 6 working there. Unless both are reviewed and changed to realistic levels this idea of automatic cuts based on volume of installs will lead rationing and first come first served. Nightmare.

 

[trevor79]

Chris Huhne news.... Whether he will face charges for allegedly dodging a speeding penalty.
The announcement, following an eight-month police investigation, is due to be made in a televised statement by Director of Public Prosecutions Keir Starmer QC.
Any decision to proceed with the case is expected to spell the end of the Liberal Democrat's Cabinet career.

Here's hoping!

 

[SolarCity]

I wonder who'll replace him?

 

[TedM]

Most money is on Ed Davey but Vince Cable has also been mentioned. Both LDs.

 

[The Solar King]

Zac Goldsmith for Energy Secretary. We can but wish. If he is prosecuted, which useless Lib-Dem will replace him? The cynic in me says the DPP is going to stand up as an apologist for doing nothing. If it was me or you, would the DPP be doing the same? Lets hope I am wrong.

 

[trevor79]

Figures just out yesterday show how the UK installed just 700mg of solar in 2011, against Italy's 9000mg and Germanys 7500mg!

And this is in established markets, not like ours that is just struggling to get off the ground.

Why do we have this micky mouse FIT spending cap when we are doing so little in comparision?

 

[TedM]

Huhne and Pryce charged with attempting to pervert the course of justice. Due in court 16th Feb. Ed Davey to replace him.

 

[The Solar King]

It is refreshing to be able to say it. I was wrong.

Lets hope Mr Davey is able to see through all the excrement and vested interests plaguing DECC.

 

[moggy1968]

hahahahahahaha:43:

 

[SRE]

"Reasons to buy solar PV this week, in UK. 3/6. Risk-sharing: if you don’t get 43.3p, but 21p FIT instead, you only pay 90% of your invoice." via Twitter a few minutes ago!!

Strangely enough whether the Fit is 43p or 21p my costs from the wholesaler are the same!

 

[moggy1968]

says who?

 

[SRE]

Well they do solar thermal and solar pv and have been on the go for a good few years doing solar thermal - draw your own conclusions ....

 

[SibertSolar]

SRE - yes, I've been noticing those tweets lately.....interesting concept.....

 

[SRE]

Yes, expressley against REAL as I understand it .....

 

[SibertSolar]

Not entirely sure if it's strictly against REAL guidelines is it, to be honest, but it's certainly questionable!