The government will be building a solar farm at Tal-Fiddien, Rabat, which will allow those who do not have access to roof space to invest in renewable energy.

Minister without Portfolio Konrad Mizzi said people would be able to invest in up to 3kW worth of renewable energy.

Each kW would cost €1,495.

Dr Mizzi said the rate for PV panels was lower than the commercial rate and aligned with past schemes.

The feed-in tariff for private residents would be 15 cents for the first six years, and 10.5 cents from year seven till year 20.

Those who apply for the scheme would receive credit on their electricity bills.

Dr Mizzi said 350 families would benefit from the scheme.

An information session on the scheme is to be held on October 19, and submissions will be accepted till the end of October.

Dr Mizzi said the government would be working on similar schemes that involved the private sector.

Environment Minister Jose Herrera said the government would do its utmost to reduce the visual impact of the solar farm.

Dr Herrera said there was still a long way to go to reduce emissions in Malta, yet progress had been made in the energy sector.