Malta: Overall Summary
In Malta, electricity generated by PV installations is supported through a feed-in tariff. In addition, installations with a minimum capacity of 1,000 kWp are funded through a tendering scheme. Malta promotes solar water heating systems and aerothermal heat pumps for domestic use through a subsidy scheme. Electricity generated by renewable energy plants must be given priority transmission. According to regulations in place, new grid capacity is offered through a tendering procedure where required.
Support for renewable energy sources (RES) used in the transport sector is provided through a substitution obligation on importers and wholesalers of fossil fuels.
In addition, a training programme for the certification of Renewable Energy Systems installers, providers of energy services, energy auditors and energy managers as well as a Certification Programme for RES installations are in place.
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