Solar energy gets big push from new building rules

The proposed regulations come with heavy penalties for non-compliance.

Any building plan that does not comply with the new requirements on solar heating will not be approved.

ERC wants property owners made liable to a fine not exceeding Sh2 million or a jail term of two years or both for non-compliance.

Property managers said the installation of such a system could raise the cost of construction by as much as 20 per cent although it is a worthwhile investment in the long-term.