Renewable Heat IncentiveTariffs
Tariff level tables
The major benefit of the Renewable Heat Incentive is the generation tariff paid for every kilowatt-hour of energy produced. The level varies depending on the technology and the system size.
The tariff levels vary by technology and are reviewed annually. As of July 2014 the RHI rates were as follows:
Domestic Tariffs
Air Source Heat Pumps - 7.3p/kWh
Ground Source Heat Pumps - 18.8p/kWh
Solar Thermal - 19.2p/kWh
The latest tariff information can be found here :
An income calculator is available at:
https://www.gov.uk/renewable-heat-incentive-calculator
The domestic RHI has a tariff lifetime of 7 years and is paid quarterly. Other requirements have to be met to be eligible for the scheme - for more information please contact MMAXX.
Non-Domestic Tariffs
Air Source Heat Pumps - 7.3p/kWh
Ground Source Heat Pumps - 8.7p/kWh (Tier 1) / 2.6p/kWh (Tier 2) ***
Solar Thermal - 10.0p/kWh
***The first 1,314 run hours per year are eligible for Tier 1 tariff. Generation beyond 1,314 hours attracts the Tier 2 tariff
The latest tariff information can be found here.
The non-domestic RHI has a tariff lifetime of 20 years and is paid quarterly. Other requirements have to be met to be eligible for the scheme - for more information please contact MMAXX.
