Dr. Paul McGowan:

The current REFIT scheme differs according to the technology. It is usually based on output rather than capability. While a wind turbine might have a 5 MW capacity, it will only be paid a REFIT payment based on the megawatt hours that it produces. The subsidy provided to onshore wind is approximately €70 per megawatt hour. I will confirm that in writing, but it is of that order. The subsidy that is paid to HE CHP per megawatt hour is in excess of €100. There is a considerable difference in the rates that can be paid for different technologies under the current REFIT scheme. That scheme is now changing and will become the renewable energy support scheme, RESS.