Energy Company Obligation
The government has introduced a scheme called “ECO” which requires the ‘Big Six’ energy suppliers to help us to reduce our heating bills and improve the energy efficiency of our houses.
Funding is available through ECO for a range of energy saving and efficiency improvements – include loft insulation, cavity wall insulation, solid wall insulation, Air Source Heat Pumps and Electric Room Heaters.
To give you an idea of how big this scheme is – energy efficiency improvements are funded by around £1.3 billion every year. You don’t have to live in a specific area, and don’t think that this is just for a small minority of people. Over a billion pounds per year is available, and we’ll explain how you can check if you’re eligible.
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What are the criteria?
To be eligible for funding you must receive one of the following qualifying benefits:
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Child Benefit
If you are receive Child Benefit you could qualify for ECO grants – but it depends on how much you earn. The threshold depends on how many children you have, and whether you are a single claimant or as a couple you have a combined income.
Single Claimant
Combined Couple Income
* please note – there are conditions around age of children and when these income amounts are measured.
Working Tax Credit or Child Credit
To use tax credits or child credits you need to meet the following:
Single Claimant
Combined Couple Income
* please note – there are conditions around age of children and when these income amounts are measured.
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