The government has confirmed that solar PV modules could contribute to a building's energy efficiency rating, making it easier for properties that install solar panels to qualify for feed-in tariff incentives.

Under recent changes to the solar feed-in tariff scheme, anyone wishing to register for the solar electricity feed-in tariff from 1 April must obtain a Level D Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) on their property.

Now the government has provided a further boost to the solar sector by confirming that solar PV installations will themselves contribute towards to EPC certificates. This means that some Band E properties will be able to upgrade themselves to Band D by installing a solar panel, making them eligible for the feed-in tariff incentives without the need for additional energy efficiency improvements.

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