Monday, May 14, 2007

'Only wealthiest will be able to afford solar panels'

By Martin Hickman, Consumer Affairs Correspondent
Published: 10 May 2007

Solar and wind power will be unaffordable to all but the "wealthiest homes" it was claimed yesterday after the Government cut the maximum grant for their installation by 83 per cent.

In a move that prompted warnings of job losses in the renewable power industry, the Trade and Industry Secretary Alistair Darling disclosed yesterday that householders installing green energy would be able to make a total claim of £2,500. Previously, they had been able to apply for a grant of £15,000; comprised of £10,000 for a PV solar panel system and £5,000 for a wind turbine. continue...

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