In Malta, Government Shifts Renewable Energy Policy From Wind to Solar

Wind farm projects have been ruled out as studies indicate they are not possible or feasible in Malta, the permanent secretary in the Energy Ministry, Ronald Mizzi, said today.

Addressing a news conference this morning, Mr Mizzi said the government was now basing its renewable energy policy to solar farms.

Malta: 50% of roof spaces to be allocated for solar energy

The government is set to await until election year to impose strict targets requiring new developments to cater for renewable energy on their roof space.

Malta’s second national Energy Efficiency Action Plan stipulates that by 2013 developers will have to leave 50% of the roof area of any new building unencumbered for the installation of Renewable Energy Sources buildings.