Decisions for issue Photovoltaic Solar Panel Implementation Plan for non-housing properties

(1)         That Cabinet notes the outcome of the initial soft tendering exercise and recent framework contract development indicates that there is an outline business case to support delivery of a solar photovoltaic scheme across the council’s non-housing stock that saves energy costs and reduces carbon emissions.

(2)         That Cabinet approves the installation of Photovoltaic Solar Panels on the properties highlighted in appendix 1 subject to completion of the tendering exercise and the financial viability of each site.

(3)         That Cabinet approve funding of up to £2.6m for the sites identified within Appendix 1. The business case will be funded through a combination of borrowing and the use of reserves subject to the Council’s overall financial position.

(4)         That Cabinet delegates authority to the Strategic Director Resources and the Director Finance, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance & Central Services to allow them to approve the purchase and installation of the panels for these identified properties through the self finance route, once more detailed costs are provided at the end of the tender process. This will allow the Council to move quickly and take advantage of the energy savings and be able to collect the full Feed in Tariff from the start.