How Does the Energy Company Obligation Work?
The Warm Homes Social Housing grant supports social landlords to fund these improvements for eligible households. The process typically involves:
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Assessment
Your housing association or local authority will arrange a survey of your home’s energy efficiency.
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Installation
Approved measures are installed by certified professionals.
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Funding
Costs are covered by the scheme and your home will be warmer, have better air quality and have reduced bills.
Who is Eligible?
- The Social Landlord applies for the grant and selects properties based on:
- Homes with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, E, F, or G.
- Homes with damp and mould issues,
- Fuel poverty risks
- Heat loss issues
What Measures are Covered?
The Warm Homes Social Housing Grant, or WHSH, supports a range of energy-saving improvements, including:
- Insulation (e.g., cavity wall, loft, or solid wall insulation).
- Heating system upgrades (e.g., replacing inefficient boilers or electric storage heaters).
- Renewable energy installations, such as heat pumps and solar PV
To find out more about the Warm Homes Social Housing funding , fill out the form below.
If you’re not eligible for Energy Company Obligation funding, there are alternative schemes and incentives available to support energy efficiency upgrades. You can find out more details about the Energy Company Obligation, as well as eligibility and application processes, by getting in touch with us.