£8m scheme to help homes become more energy efficient approved

An £8m scheme to help households reduce energy bills and emissions has been approved by Tynwald. 

The Energy Efficiency Scheme 2022 is the latest in a package of measures to support residents through the winter months.

Those eligible can receive energy saving materials and devices free of charge, such as loft insulation and draught excluders. 

The scheme will be available to those who get certain social security benefits or income related allowances, and households which have an income of less than £50,000 per year. 

Each application will be capped at £750, with a further £500 available to those who receive state pension, incapacity, carers or disability allowance and need assistance with fitting the materials. 

More information can be found here.