Accreditation & Compliance

MCS Certification

Microgeneration Certification Scheme certification is required for installers to provide renewable energy systems that qualify for government incentives and feed-in tariffs.

What is MCS Certification?

The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) is a quality assurance scheme for small-scale renewable energy technologies and their installers. MCS certification demonstrates that products and installers meet rigorous standards.

Why MCS Matters

MCS certification is essential because:

  • Government incentives (like SEG) require MCS-certified installations
  • Consumer protection through quality standards
  • Industry recognition of competence
  • Warranty requirements from many manufacturers

MCS for Installers

To become MCS certified, installation companies must:

  1. Demonstrate competence in specific technologies
  2. Implement quality management systems
  3. Maintain appropriate insurance (minimum £2m public liability)
  4. Undergo regular audits and assessments
  5. Register installations on the MCS database

MCS for Products

Products certified under MCS include:

  • Solar photovoltaic panels and inverters
  • Solar thermal systems
  • Heat pumps (air and ground source)
  • Wind turbines
  • Biomass systems
  • Battery storage systems

MCS and JobWay Integration

Shocking Energy's JobWay platform integrates with MCS systems to:

  • Automate installation registration
  • Generate compliant documentation
  • Track certification status
  • Manage audit requirements