Phase 1 of the RHI scheme is now in force. The start of the scheme was delayed after the European Commission expressed concerns that the large scale biomass tariff was set too high. Applications for the RHI are to be made directly to Ofgem. For information on how to apply, click here.

Phase 1 only covers the non-domestic sector. A timetable for introducing phase 2 of the scheme which covers domestic housing generators is expected in early 2012.

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