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Government Support

Rising energy costs continue to impact millions of homes across the UK.

To help try to mitigate this financial burden, Government support has been made available through several initiatives and schemes to households and individuals across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Government Grants for Insulation

If you’re on benefits or have a home with a low energy performance rating (EPC), you might be eligible for […]

Warm Home Discount

Discover everything you need to know about the Warm Home Discount. Find out what the Warm Home Discount means, if […]

Government Grants for Double Glazing

Although there aren’t any specific government grants for double glazing, there is a scheme available that can help with both […]

Energy Company Obligation (ECO) Scheme

Introduced by the UK Government in 2013, the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme aims to reduce emissions and tackle fuel […]

Energy grants and schemes

As energy prices across the UK continue to rise, many are left struggling to pay their monthly bills. To help […]

Energy Price Cap

When the Government introduced the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) in October 2022, it temporarily took over Ofgem’s Energy Price Cap. […]

Winter Fuel Payment

Get to grips with the Winter Fuel Payment (also known as the Winter Fuel Allowance). Find out what it is, […]

Cold Weather Payment

The Cold Weather Payment is financial aid you can receive from the government and paid toward your energy bill during […]

Social Energy Tariffs

Social Energy Tariffs were started to help households who spent over 10% of their income on energy bills. Discover what […]

Fuel Direct Scheme

If you need help managing your benefits to pay your energy debts, then the Fuel Direct Scheme could be the […]

The Renewable Heat Incentive explained

If you’re looking for renewable ways to heat your home and pay less for energy, the Renewable Heat Incentive might […]