The media office of the Ministry of Energy and Water issued the following statement:
The Ministry of Energy and Water categorically denies what was circulated on some websites about a proposal submitted by one of the consultants about the possibility of collecting fees or a tax on solar panels that are installed on roofs.
The Ministry of Energy and Water confirms that there is no suggestion or directive from it in this regard. Rather, it has made and is doing all the required facilities so that citizens can install solar panels to benefit from clean energy as much as possible, taking into account the conditions of public safety, and it is cooperating with the Ministry of Interior to take the necessary action and facilitate the matter. As much as possible for the citizens.
The Ministry wishes the media professionals to be accurate in reporting the news and to obtain it from its correct sources in order to avoid any confusion that may occur.