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12/10/2011

Glasgow Homes To 'See The Light' With Solar Power

The Glasgow Housing Association has announced plans to install solar panels in 500 homes across the city.

The installation is part of Sustainable Glasgow - a partnership that aims to make Glasgow one of the most sustainable cities in Europe and reduce the city's CO2 emissions by 30% by 2020.

Tenants taking part in the scheme would also benefit from free electricity use during daylight hours which would save approximately £100 on their bill on an annual basis.

Cabinet Secretary for Infrastructure and Capital Investment, Alex Neil, said: "At a time when many people across Scotland are struggling to heat their homes, this innovative initiative by GHA is to be welcomed. It is good news for the people of Glasgow."
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GHA's Executive Director of Development and Regeneration, Alex McGuire, added: "Tenants have told us they are worried about the cost of rising fuel bills. The solar panels will not only cut their electricity bills but will also play a key part in helping reduce the city's CO2 emissions.

"By investing in energy efficient homes and renewable energy we are helping our tenants, the social housing sector and the whole of the city."

The first phase will involve fitting panels on south-facing roofs of existing semi-detached and terraced homes.

Tenants will be consulted about their involvement in the scheme beforehand and briefed on the benefits of solar power.

Work is due to start soon with the 500th home completed by March 2012.

(JG/BMcC)

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