ECO 4
What is the ECO 4 scheme?
The ECO 4 scheme is the final stage of an ongoing government scheme designed with the aim of supporting low-income households and creating more energy efficient homes.
ECO 4 is scheduled to run from 2022-2026 and is expected to deliver another £ 1 Billion per year. This is a noticeable increase from the £640 million cost per year delivered within ECO 3.
The Government has proposed an introduction of an ECO 4 minimum requirement where properties that have a current EPC (Energy Performance Certificate) rating of F or G must meet at least a band D following improvement. Bands D or E are also to be included with properties required to meet a band C following improvements.
LMF Energy services have been installing Energy Saving Measures in homes since 2017 and have and are continually committed to delivering ECO across the UK in order to help meet government targets and assist those living in Fuel Poverty.
What measures can be installed under ECO 4?
We will be installing the following measures under ECO 4:
- Solar PV
- Electric Storage Heaters
- Solar Thermal
- Internal wall Insulation
- Room in Roof Insulation
- Cavity Wall Insulation
- Loft Insulation
- Air Source Heat Pumps
- Smart Thermostats
Eligibility
If you are not eligible as you aren’t in receipt of any of the qualifying benefits you may still be eligible to have your home upgraded through a scheme called LA FLEX.
LA FLEX is a scheme that’s an extension of ECO. Just like ECO it’s designed to help UK households reduce their energy bills and carbon footprint. The qualifying criteria is set out by your local authority and aims to help increase the number of properties that can benefit from home improvement grants. Low income or households that aren’t in receipt of benefits typically qualify for LA FLEX.
Local authorities can also access funding through the HUG (Home Upgrade Grant) Scheme. The aim of this scheme is to assist low-income households in the worst performing off gas grid homes in England to become more Energy Efficient and reduce their carbon footprint.
LMF ENERGY SERVICES work with a number Local Authorities, Utility Companies and funders to ensure as many home as possible benefit from these schemes.
