In November 2015, the UK government renewed its commitment to the transition to a low carbon economy by confirming a continued budget for the RHI out to 2020/21. Following a series of consultations from March-April 2016, the government finalised a package of reforms to the RHI schemes in December 2016. It was unclear as to when proposed changes will take effect, following the announcement of the General Election.
It has now been decided that the government's raft of changes to its world's first Renewable Heat Incentive will be implemented on September 20, 2017, with the other changes announced in the December 2016 reform being planned to follow later in 2017/2018.
Accurate, in-date heat metering is vital for RHI-accredited biomass systems. After around 10 years, meters must be recalibrated or replaced; if not, Ofgem can pause payments and apply a 10% penalty. This guide explains when to act, the role of…
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Turning Waste to Energy: How Wood Waste Heating Benefits Furniture Manufacturers The UK furniture industry, renowned for its quality craftsmanship and distinctive designs, is a sector in high demand. Many of our waste wood clients come to us within significant…
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Update to RHI regulations ensure mandatory annual biomass boiler service…
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Typically planning permission is not needed when installing a biomass boiler in a domestic property as long as all the works are internal. A flue will always be required, but as long as it is on the rear or side…
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According to the Department for Business, Energy & industrial Strategy (BEIS), the total forecast expenditure as of April 30, 2019 was £907 million. This represents the amount of tariff payments the BEIS anticipate it is committed to, based on application data.…
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We’re really pleased to see that calls to the Ofgem RHI helpline are up by around 90% and RHI applications have increased from January to March, in comparison to October to December. The quantity of accreditations is up by 38%.…
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At Treco, we pride ourselves at our helpful, supportive and transparent service. From speaking to clients from in excess of 700 installations, we realise that’s not the experience everyone has with their biomass boiler installer. We have complied a list…
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These financial benefits include Corporation Tax relief via the increased Annual Investment Allowance (AIA). In addition, a predictable 15% to 25% return on investment is available from Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) payments and biomass fuel cost savings combined, versus oil…
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