CONSUMER CONFIDENCE IN MICROGENERATION

Early day motion 1653, tabled 24 March 2011 by Peter Aldous (Conservative). Signed by 18 members.

That this House notes that the introduction of the Feed-In Tariff has significantly increased consumer interest in generating their own electricity, and that the Renewable Heat Incentive will have the same effect on the market for low carbon heat; further notes that as 25 per cent. of our carbon emissions comes from our homes, microgeneration has a vital role to play in meeting our carbon emissions targets, as well as lowering household energy bills and improving the security of our energy supply; further notes that as a new industry, it is important to retain high standards and high levels of consumer confidence in the sector; and recognises the good work of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme and other accreditation schemes such as REAL in setting initial standards for the industry, covering all aspects of the customer journey and guaranteeing continued high levels of consumer protection as the industry grows.

Signatures by party: Labour 9, Conservative 2, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1.