The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) Scheme
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) is a Government energy efficiency scheme set up to help reduce carbon emissions and tackle fuel poverty.
What is the ECO scheme?
The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) is a Government energy efficiency scheme set up to help reduce carbon emissions and tackle fuel poverty. The scheme was launched in April 2013 and over time it has been amended once certain obligation were hit.The scheme aims to help low income and vulnerable households with a free grant so that they can afford new energy saving measures. These grants are completely free and not repaid under any circumstances.
The value of Grant you receive is based on your property and what improvements can be made.
What Can You Get Help With?
If you feel that you fit the above criteria then you should definitely think about applying for a first time central heating grant! The grants are available for people experiencing central heating problems, such as boiler pressure dropping or rising, boiler kettling or leaking, and other safety-related risks.
Take advantage of the scheme with green home improvements and installation of an error-free boiler to ensure you remain warm during the winter and to improve your standard of living. Even if you do not qualify for a first time central heating grant then there are other options through the green deal to take advantage of; such as the low interest rate financing of a new boiler and central heating system.
Primary Benefit
- Broken boiler replacements
- Inefficient boiler upgrade
- Full central heating systems
- Electric storage heaters
Component
- Cavity wall insulation
- Solid wall insulation
- Room in roof insulation
- Underfloor insulation
- Loft insulation
