Having made a legislative commitment to reach ‘net zero’ emissions by 2050, the UK Government has been working with homeowners to support household energy efficiency improvements.
The Green Homes Grant Voucher Scheme is the Government’s latest incentive scheme for homeowners, and it will see over 600,000 households in England access funding towards energy efficiency focused home improvements, as part of a wider £3bn initiative aiming to reduce UK carbon emissions.
Through the Green Homes Grant, the Government will subsidise two-thirds of energy efficiency improvements up to the value of £5000. For low income owner occupiers and those receiving income-based or disability benefits, a 100% subsidy is available up to £10,000.
The Green Homes Grant will launch by the end of September 2020, and eligible improvements are split into two categories – ‘primary’ and ‘secondary’ measures. Insulation is a primary measure, as are low-carbon heating systems. Secondary measures include draft proofing, windows and doors, and heating control panels.
Insulating a loft is one of the most effective ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency, making insulation an excellent use of the Green Homes Grant subsidy – especially as you can’t spend more on secondary measures than you spend on primary measures.
The Green Homes Grant will help you to achieve better household energy efficiency, but using ROCKWOOL stone wool insulation to upgrade your loft will ensure that you see much wider benefits than just energy saving.
ROCKWOOL is capable of keeping your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer, maintaining a comfortable indoor temperature all year round.
Stone wool is also an effective acoustic insulation material, providing protection from external nuisance noise.
Our stone wool insulation is non-combustible and capable of withstanding temperatures in excess of 1000oC, providing an extra element of safety.
Stone wool is inherently water-resistant, preventing the build-up of damp or mould and the future costs that they can bring.
What’s more, ROCKWOOL stone wool is infinitely recyclable, and can be either re-used or recycled into new insulation beyond the building’s lifespan.
ROCKWOOL’s Green Homes Grant app will guide you through all the essential things you need to know about accessing the scheme and getting maximum value from your funding. Helping you to understand the differences between primary and secondary measures, this app will also give you access to trusty tools and best practice advice on insulation.
Access it on the web now or search 'Rockwool Green Homes Grant' to download from the Apple Store or Google Play.
For more details on using ROCKWOOL to upgrade your loft insulation and advice on how to apply, download our guide to the Green Homes Grant today.
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