What is the ECO4 grant scheme?
ECO4 is a government scheme designed to support the improvement of energy efficiency in low-income homes and is open for applications.
ECO4 is the fourth stage of the government’s Energy Company Obligation and was launched in April 2022. Those on qualifying benefits can apply to receive whole house retrofit support, funded by their energy suppliers.
The main objective of ECO 4 is to improve the least energy efficient housing stock occupied by low income and vulnerable households.
You could be eligible for support from the ECO 4 Scheme, which will help you to reduce your fuel bills & make your home energy efficient.
What types of energy-saving measures can an ECO 4 grant include?
Cavity wall insulation
External wall insulation
Room in roof insulation
Air source heat pumps
Double glazing
Boiler upgrades
Internal wall insulation
ECO 4 home improvements may include, but are not limited to:
What are the benefits of receiving an ECO 4 grant?
The ECO4 scheme is a great way to save money on your energy bills and make your home more comfortable and cheaper to heat. The scheme also offers additional benefits such as:
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Improving the value of your property
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Making your home more energy efficient and eco-friendly
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Reducing your carbon footprint
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Helping to protect the environment.
If eligible, ECO 4 energy saving grants are very generous and can cover up to 100% of the costs of your energy efficiency improvements.
Who pays for the ECO 4 scheme?
Energy efficiency improvement measures such as those listed above are funded by energy companies through the ECO4 scheme. It is the responsibility of the energy company to determine what improvements are required and how much funding is to be allocated.
It is up to the energy supplier to determine how much ECO 4 funding is to be allocated to your home energy efficiency needs; they may recommend additional measures to help improve your home at some additional cost.
What if I’m not eligible?
Don’t worry, there’s still an opportunity to enquire about ECO funding and energy efficiency measures.
The ECO Flex scheme is available to residents who do not receive any of ECO4’s qualifying benefits but are still living in a low-income household in fuel poverty.
