Metering is the foundation of your RHI payments. Non-compliance related to heat meters is one of the most common reasons for Ofgem audits and payment issues.

10-Year Meter Replacement Mandate

Under RHI rules, all heat meters must be replaced or recalibrated every 10 years to ensure payment accuracy. The process requires specialist oversight to prevent technical failure and regulatory breach.

• The Problem: Incorrectly replaced meters, missing calibration certificates, or failure to reseal the meters according to RHI specifications are immediate red flags for Ofgem.
• Treco’s Solution: We manage the entire 10-year replacement process, ensuring:
• Certified Equipment: Sourcing and installing RHI-compliant, correctly calibrated replacement meters.
• Technical Compliance: Oversight of the installation by certified engineers to meet all sealing and placement requirements.
• Mandatory Declaration: Drafting and submission of the Meter Replacement Declaration and the corresponding RHI Amendment, confirming the new meter's specifications and installation date to Ofgem.

Any change that alters the heat output, fuel usage, or the configuration of the accredited system must be reported as a major amendment.

Adding Additional Capacity (Post-Scheme Closure)

Following the closure of the RHI scheme, the rules regarding increasing a system's capacity are extremely strict and highly limited. Generally, most technologies (like biomass) are prohibited from adding capacity.

The primary exception is the Modified Capacity route for Shared Ground Loop (SGL) Systems where the original intention to stage-build was declared before the closure deadline.

• The Risk: Attempting to add capacity to an ineligible technology (e.g., an existing biomass boiler) will immediately violate RHI regulations, leading to a termination of payments.
• Treco’s Solution:
• Eligibility Assessment: We first determine if your system (e.g., SGL heat pump) qualifies for the highly limited "Modified Capacity" route.
• Amendment Strategy: If eligible, we draft the technical amendment (RHI 13) with full schematics, proving the modification meets the legal requirements without initiating a new payment period.
• Capacity Change Management: For decreases in capacity or changes that affect heat distribution, we manage the RHI Amendment to accurately reflect the change in the central register, safeguarding compliance.

We assist with all other necessary RHI Amendments, including:

• Change of Fuel Source: Notifying Ofgem of a change in fuel type or fuel supplier, ensuring the new supply meets sustainability criteria.
• Adding or Removing Heat Uses: Declaring any new heat load (or removal of a heat load) connected to the RHI-accredited plant, often requiring an update to the Metering Strategy and potential IRMA review.
• Relocation & Asset Transfer: Managing the technical amendment necessary when an accredited system is moved to a new site (see our Relocation Assistance page).

Complex RHI Amendments require specialist knowledge to avoid non-compliance traps. Trust Treco’s expertise to handle the paperwork, technical justification, and submission to Ofgem.

Contact Treco today for assistance with your RHI Amendment needs.

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