Solar Panels 

Solar Electric systems capture the sun’s energy using what are known as Photovoltaic (PV) cells.  These cells can be fitted on the roof of a building and convert the sun’s rays into electricity, which can be used to run lighting or household electrical appliances. 



The Government has launched an initiative known as the Feed in Tariff (FiT) which gives an opportunity to get paid for the excess electricity generated by the panels.  These payments are in addition to the money saved from the electricity generated and used within the home.

Sheffield City Council’s Solar City Project is currently looking at a way to take advantage of this opportunity that would be of benefit to both customers and the City Council.  Proposals are in the early stages of development and further detailed work is required before any formal plans can be brought forward.  We will keep you updated on the progress with this project.

Permission Requests 

Many companies offering free installation of solar panels and free electricity are contacting residents across Sheffield.  The financial deals and obligations that are on offer are very complex and may not be all that they initially appear to be.  As the Council is considering options across the whole housing stock it wants to ensure that the best possible approach for council housing is achieved.

If you have been exploring Feed in Tariff we would like to remind you that permission would be required from Sheffield Homes to carry out this work.  Due to the proposals the Council is considering we will not currently be agreeing any permission requests for work of this type.

Our advice to all Sheffield Homes tenants is that if you are visited by a company offering to install solar panels on your home, you should inform the company that the property is owned by Sheffield City Council and you are unable to arrange for solar panels to be installed.