Is the non-domestic RHI still available?
This scheme is closed to new applicants. The non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive ( RHI ) helps businesses, public sector and non-profit organisations meet the cost of installing renewable heat technologies.
What is non-domestic RHI?
The Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a government environmental programme that provides financial incentives to increase the uptake of renewable heat by businesses, the public sector and non-profit organisations.
Do you need an EPC for non-domestic RHI?
To join the Domestic RHI, the property your renewable heating system is in must be capable of getting a domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). The EPC is the proof we need that your property is assessed as a domestic ‘dwelling’. Without one, you won’t be able to apply and can’t join the scheme.
What replaces non-domestic RHI?
The non-domestic RHI will be directly replaced by the Green Gas Support Scheme, which will increase the proportion of green gas in the grid through support for biomethane injection.
What will replace commercial RHI?
When the RHI scheme ends in March 2022, it will be replaced by the Clean Heat Grant – this scheme is due to start a month later, in April 2022.
Is the RHI ending?
The Domestic RHI is due to close to new applicants on 31 March 2022. Once commissioned, payments will be made for 7 years. The Non-domestic RHI is due to close to new applicants on 31 March 2021.
How does non-domestic RHI work?
How does the Non-Domestic RHI work? The Non-Domestic RHI provides a 20-year quarterly tax-free income for the renewable heat produced by the system(s). The quarterly payments for Non-Domestic RHI are subject to tiered tariffs. Once in the scheme, this tariff is fixed for 20 years and adjusted annually with inflation.
When did the non-domestic RHI start?
On 28 November 2011, the world’s first Non-Domestic RHI scheme opened for applications*. The Northern Ireland RHI was launched by the Department of Enterprise, Trade, and Investment (DETI) on 1 November 2012.
Can RHI be backdated?
Will my RHI payment be backdated? However, payments will not be backdated to the date a system was first commissioned.
Is air source heating worth it?
Air Source Heat Pump Running Cost When installed properly by experts (like here at Green Square), air source heat pumps are definitely cheaper than any oil or LPG boilers. Coefficient of Performance (COP) is a way of defining how much output of energy results from an input of energy.
What is replacing the RHI?
Are RHI payments still available?
The RHI will continue to be paid for installations completed and commissioned before 31 March 2021. After 31 March 2021 new commercial installations may not receive any form of subsidy, unless covered by “tariff guarantees”.
How are RHI payments calculated for air source heat pumps?
For Air Source Heat Pumps the payments you receive from the RHI will further reduce the (already low) running costs of your heat pump by around 75%. Renewable Heat Incentive payments are calculated based on the amount of heat you use and the rates are fixed for 20 years from the date your system is commissioned.
Is the RHI similar to the domestic Heat Incentive?
The Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (“Non-Domestic RHI”) is similar to the Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive however it is aimed at businesses, the public sector and non-profit organisations, as well as buildings where multiple residential premises are heated by a common heat pump system.
Can a outhouse heat pump be eligible for RHI?
If you’re looking to heat multiple properties with your air source heat pump, you may find that you’re not eligible under the Domestic RHI, but can still receive the Non-Domestic scheme. Outhouses and similar are okay as they still count as the same single property.
How does the RHI work in the UK?
The Non-Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a Government scheme designed to accelerate the use of renewable energy heating in UK commercial property. For Air Source Heat Pumps the payments you receive from the RHI will further reduce the (already low) running costs of your heat pump by around 75%.