PHASE 1 & 2 FITS ANNOUNCED

Phase 1 and Phase 2 Feed-in Tariff summary announced - February 9, 2012

Renewable Energy News Alert

Phase 1 – Solar PV

Phase 1 (Phase one) proposes that the tariff rate of 21p/kWh for solar PV will take effect from 1^st April 2012 for domestic installations (<4kW), with an eligibility date on or after 3^rd March 2012.

For installations which take place on or after 1^st Aril 2012, properties will be required to meet Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ‘D’ rating to qualify for the full Feed-in Tariff (FITs) rate.

The Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC) estimate that half of all UK properties are already eligible for the ‘D’ rating.

From 1^st April 2012, a new ‘multi-installation’ tariff rate will be set. This will be set at 80% of the tariff for solar PV installations where an individual or organisation has more than 25 installations of solar panels (e.g. at various properties).

DECC are also consulting on a proposal that social housing, community projects and distributed energy schemes be exempt from these multi-installation tariff rates and will therefore still be eligible to receive the individual tariff.

Phase 2 A – Solar PV cost control

The consultation for Phase 2 A (Phase two) proposes the implementation of a ‘cost-control’ mechanism, whereby the tariff for solar PV is reduced by 10% every 6 months.

However, this will be dictated by the level of take-up for solar PV – a ‘deployment trigger’ – to ensure that subsidy levels are in line with solar PV costs. This is inspired by the German system, and is designed to remove the need for emergency reviews and create a stable, predictable future for solar PV and the FITs scheme. It is also intended to keep the long-term costs of installing solar panels down in order to increase the number of people able to benefit from the FITs over time.

This consultation will be open for 8 weeks from 9^th February to 3^rd April 2012.

Phase 2 B – Tariffs for non-PV renewable technologies and scheme administration issues

Phase 2 B (Phase two) is reviewing the tariffs for the four non-PV renewable energy products: wind turbines, Hydro, Anaerobic Digestion and micro-CHP.

This will also introduce a digression mechanism dictated by ‘cost evidence’ – past and future trends in the costs of equipment and installation.

It will propose the ‘tariff guarantees’ for wind turbines, anaerobic digestion and hydro projects so that consumers of these technologies can have certainty about the rates of return they will receive.

SOLAR GOLF CART -MAKE SURE YOU DONT BREAK DOWN BEFORE THE 19th HOLE

                         

Imagine..... A Golf Car With A Solar Powered Charging System That Charges Itself During Play

Your electric golf cart can be fitted to use our solar charging system. You'll save on your utility costs +++ you will contribute to reducing your solar footprint in an environmentally friendly way.

Fit this 37W solar kit to your golf cart and you'll extend your battery range (going further on one mains charge). You'll also save money on reduced charging costs and battery replacements (this kit will help to extend your battery life).
How will solar power extend your golf cart battery life?

• Golf cart batteries are typically drained (during use) by about 80% of their charge. This is known as a deep discharge. At this point the battery has to be recharged. A discharge and recharge is known as a charge cycle. After approximately 520 charge cycles the battery will be nearing its end of life and your cart will need a new battery. This could happen within a year and a half.
• With a PowerFilm PowerDrive solar panel charging the battery, maximum drain is down to about 65%. This improves the life of the battery to a minimum of 730 charge cycles. Even better, typical battery drain is between 30% and 50%, which means battery life can be more than doubled. (30% drain means the battery will last for 1,800 charge cycles or 4 and 3/4 years).

What about the panel?

• There are no brackets, this flexible panel has a "Peel and Stick" Butyl Backer
• Peel and stick means no holes to drill in your golf cart roof
• There's no heavy glass or chunky frame - this is a lightweight, low profile, weatherproof and durable panel
• The panel installs in minutes
• The solar cell technology used makes for an efficient operation even in low light levels (perfect for the UK).

Commercial benefits for golfing centres:

• The number 1 complaint is when a cart doesn't last the 18 holes. Solar power will make sure the cart gets around the course and back for the nineteenth hole.
• Less recharging time on mains power means significantly lower electricity bills
• Solar power will need less manpower for cart maintenance. Replacing a discharged cart by shuffling others around can tie up three carts and a couple of staff.
• Solar power will reduce cart downtime. More carts available to your golfing customers.

Specifications:

• Complete with all components & cables needed for a simple self install
• Power: 37W
• Voltage: The panel produces 15.4V and the controller (included in the kit) boosts this to 48V
• Solar Panel Dimensions (Opened Out): 26.25" x 51.3", 0.667m x 1.3m
• Charge Controller Dimensions: Approx 4" x 2" x 2" (101mm x 51mm x 51mm)
• Charge Controller Weight: 1.8lbs (0.82kg)

PRICE  £999.00

Contact Ace Solar Power Today for further information or to place your order 01277 651529

Short Video on Powerfilm Solar Golf Cart.