SOME of the least energy efficient homes across Droitwich, Evesham and Pershore could get a free upgrade as part of a new Wychavon District Council scheme.
The authority has been handed more than £1.1million from the Government’s Sustainable Warmth Fund to spend on improving the energy rating of the district’s homes.
The work will not only help cut energy bills but also carbon emissions to assist with tackling climate change.
The money will be targeted at households with a combined income of less than £30,000 and whose home has been given anDro Energy Performance rating of D or below.
Work costing up to £25,000 will be fully funded. How much someone receives will depend on the energy rating of their property and whether or not they are on the mains gas network. Properties off the mains gas network can still apply.
The grants will cover energy efficiency measures including replacement windows and doors, loft insulation, PV panels and air source heat pumps.
An energy efficient replacement of electric storage heaters is also being offered.
Residents are being encouraged to check their Energy Performance Certificate, which they can do through Wychavon’s energy advice page. If their home is a grade D or below and they meet the other qualifying criteria then they are being urged to register their interest in the scheme.
An online expression of interest form is available by clicking here or people can call Act on Energy, which is administering the scheme for Wychavon, on 0800 988 2881.
Coun Chris Day, Executive Board Member for Housing, Health and Wellbeing on Wychavon District Council, said: “I encourage residents to check if they are eligible for this scheme.
“It’s a great opportunity to get a free upgrade to your property which could save you money on your heating bills at a time when energy costs are soaring.”
