A landlord with multiple properties in Nottingham is seeking information regarding the impact of plug-in solar panels on Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings. The landlord is working to achieve a C rating for properties ahead of the 2030 deadline.
The landlord has expressed interest in fitting these panels across their portfolio but wants to confirm their eligibility for EPC consideration before investing. Questions have been raised about how plug-in solar panels affect EPC scores, the required kilowattage, the relevance of landlord or tenant ownership, and the situation concerning feed-in tariffs.
The landlord noted that while energy efficiency improvements often advertise a payback timeline, the energy cost benefits typically go to tenants, while landlords bear the installation costs.