Cyprus Consumers’ Association Alerts On Missing Guarantees In Solar Panel Plan

Some companies involved in the Photovoltaics for All plan are not providing the required seven-year guarantee to their customers, the Cyprus Consumers’ Association reported.

The government mandated that all solar panel providers must offer a seven-year guarantee of system efficacy under the plan. This requirement ensures the installed solar panels maintain a minimum productivity level, allowing consumers to produce the necessary amount of energy and save on their energy bills.

The association advised those considering the Photovoltaics for All scheme to “carefully check” their offers and contact the association if a seven-year guarantee is not explicitly provided.

The government allocated a total budget of €30 million for the first year of the scheme, which was launched earlier this year. This budget is expected to fund solar panel installations on approximately 5,000 to 6,000 houses at current prices.

The Photovoltaics for All plan is part of a broader government initiative to improve energy efficiency across the island. Other related plans include grants for residents of mountainous areas, support for vulnerable households, and subsidies for roof insulation. Households installing both solar panels and roof insulation under the scheme are eligible for a €750 one-time bonus.