Information on energy saving grants and discounts from the government and energy suppliers   

Energy saving grants are being offered by the Government and energy suppliers to reduce the impact of inefficient energy use on our environment.

There are many home energy efficiency measures that are inexpensive but the ones that are most effective can cost a substantial amount of money. Even though the initial expense can be recovered after a few years with reduced energy payments, many home owners just do not have the funds to pay for these energy efficiency measures.

So the Government, energy suppliers, and local authorities are offering energy saving grants and special offers to those people who are thinking of improving their home’s energy efficiency by implementing these measures.

Government Grants for renewable energy

A number of energy efficiency schemes are being supported by the UK Government and are granted to those who are eligible. There are 4 types of government schemes depending on your site.

Warm Front - for residents of England. Qualified homeowners can get a payment from £2,000 to £5,000 when buying energy saving measures such as heating systems and insulation.

Some criteria to be able to qualify for Warm Front are:

• If you are an expectant mother with maternity MAT B1 and receiving benefits from the government like income support or if you have a child under the age of 16
• If you are 60 years old or above and receiving one or several benefits from the government
• If you are disabled or chronically ill and receiving one or several benefits from the government with earnings not greater than £16,000 per annum

Warm Deal - a scheme for residents of Scotland. This is intended for homeowners who are receiving benefits that are income-based and are over 60 years old. If you qualify, you could get a grant of £500 maximum to improve the energy efficiency of your home. However, on April 6, 2009, the Warm Deal scheme was replaced by the new Energy Assistance Package.

Warm Homes - a scheme for Northern Ireland. This scheme is intended for homeowners who are receiving various benefits consisting of disability, income-based, housing, and pension allowances. Those who qualify could get up to £850.

Home Energy Efficiency - a scheme for Wales. This scheme is aimed for households who low income earners. By enhancing energy efficiency in their homes, their energy bills will get lower, thereby reducing their fuel bills. Qualified households could get a grant for as much as £1,500.

Energy Supplier Grants

Gas and electricity suppliers are also supporting grants and special offers for their subscribers. Most energy suppliers in the UK are required to contribute to energy efficiency projects run by the government by way of giving discounts to energy saving products and services.

Local Authority Grants

There are energy efficiency schemes that are well created and are being offered by the majority of local authorities. Some of these grants are being offered by way of giving discounts on council tax towards some home energy efficiency measures.

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