Micro Generation Scheme
The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) (initially named "The UK Microgeneration Certification Scheme") is the first product and installer certification scheme to cover all the microgeneration technologies. The MCS Mark is currently owned by the Secretary of State for Energy. The industry-led MCS Steering Group evaluates microgeneration products and installers against strict criteria using European and ISO technical standards for micro wind turbines, heat pumps including ground and air source heat pumps, photovoltaics, biomass, CHP and solar thermal.
The Scheme's approach is to assess installer company procedures and skills, as well as to inspect microgeneration installations. MCS installers must sign up to a Code of Practice which meets guidelines set by the UK's Office of Fair Trading's Consumer Code Approval Scheme.
