Small grid-connected solar photovoltaic generators in the UK

This paper examines the engineering, commercial and regulatory aspects of the grid connection of small photovoltaic power systems in the UK, and compares the situation with other European countries where several thousand systems are being installed under either sponsored or independent programmes. Data was gathered from study of the European experiences and from extensive interviews within the electricity supply industry in the UK. The study concludes that the systems are technically feasible using currently available technology, although their widespread use in this country is held back by economic and organisational barriers. A technical guidelines document is also available from the study for those wishing to pursue such schemes