UK government grants, BUS scheme, and funding guides
The standard Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant stays at £7,500. From 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, homes currently heated by oil or LPG get an increased £9,000…
The UK government’s Warm Homes Plan is the biggest energy efficiency programme in British history. Launched in January 2026 with up to £15 billion in funding, it aims…
The ECO4 scheme runs until December 2026, offering fully funded insulation and heating upgrades for eligible UK households. Find out if you qualify through benefits or the ECO4…
Everything you need to know about the Warm Homes Plan 2026 eligibility criteria, including the new Warm Homes Local Grant, updated BUS scheme, and ECO4 extension. Find out…
Understand the EPC rating A-G scale, what an assessor checks, the most impactful upgrades to improve your score, and upcoming UK requirements for landlords.
Update (June 2026): GBIS closed in March 2026; ECO4 has been extended to 31 December 2026, when it ends. The BUS grant EPC requirement was removed on 28…
Council tax energy efficiency rebate options explained. Learn which councils offer discounts, how improvements affect your band, the Wales EPC link and how to apply.
Energy grants leaseholders flats owners can access in 2026. Navigate freeholder consent, Section 20, communal upgrades and how the Warm Homes Plan aims to fix access barriers.
Energy grants by UK nation compared side by side. See how Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland differ on eligibility, funding levels and what measures are covered.
Energy grants first time buyers can use to upgrade their new home. From the BUS heat pump grant to 0% VAT and green mortgages, cut costs and boost…