Wokingham borough residents on low incomes could get up to £25,000 of energy efficiency home improvements free of charge.
The scheme, administered by Wokingham Borough Council and City Energy, is open to people who own and live in a property with a low energy efficiency rating and would benefit from measures such as loft insulation, cavity wall insulation and solar panels.
Improvements also include low carbon heating systems with air source heat pumps, and energy efficient hot water schemes.
The Sustainable Warmth Scheme provides Government grants to fund improvements for people struggling with energy costs, especially with rising bills and the cost of living crisis.
Households heated by alternative fuels such as oil heating or electric only heaters, and with an annual income of less than £30,000, could be eligible for up to £25,000 at no cost to them.
Households with the lowest Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of G, F or E and an annual income of less than £30,000 could be eligible for grants of up to £10,000.
Cllr Stephen Conway, deputy leader of the council and executive member for housing, said: “For vulnerable residents, thinking ahead to next winter is really important. This funding will help those struggling with energy bills to make vital improvements to their homes so they can look forward to cheaper costs and a warmer home with price increases scheduled from the middle of next year.
“We’re working with trustworthy and professional suppliers from across the borough to deliver these works over the coming months. A more energy efficient home helps residents to stay warm, save money and cut carbon emissions.
“Residents who think they may be eligible, as well as landlords, friends and neighbours of vulnerable residents, should get in touch now.”
To qualify for grant funding, residents must be able to prove they are in receipt of a qualifying benefit or have a total gross household income of less than £30,000 per year.
For more details, call City Energy on 029 2168 0951, or contact Wokingham Borough Council’s energy team, which can also give advice on these grants, by emailing: [email protected]
