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The announcement of the £2 billion 2020 Green Homes Grant Scheme will see up to 600,000 homeowners and private landlords receive grants to improve the thermal performance and energy efficiency of their properties.
From the end of September, homeowners will be able to apply for vouchers to cover up to two thirds of the cost of installing energy efficient and low-carbon heating improvements in their homes.
Primarily the scheme covers the installation of low-carbon heating (solar thermal systems, air source or ground source heat pumps and biomass pellet boilers) and insulation (e.g. underfloor, loft, roof, solid wall or cavity wall).
Providing at least one of these primary measures is installed, homeowners can also apply for funding towards new glazing, energy efficient doors, draught proofing or heating controls.
This a great opportunity to improve the UK's housing stock, reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, as well as improve the comfort and wellbeing of homes.
At Saint-Gobain we are committed to creating great living places that improve daily life. As part of this commitment, the Saint-Gobain brands of British Gypsum, Saint-Gobain Insulation UK and Weber can offer a range of solutions to get the most out of the Green Homes Grant Scheme.
GREEN HOMES GRANT PRODUCT SOLUTIONS
Saint-Gobain Insulation UK combines the brands of Celotex and ISOVER to provide a comprehensive thermal insulation offering to meet the energy efficiency recommendations as part of the Green Homes Grant Scheme.
From loft or flat roof insulation, to room in the roof, floor and wall insulation, the Saint-Gobain Insulation UK product portfolio has a solution to help meet the requirements of the scheme.
Saint-Gobain Insulation UK combines the brands of Celotex and ISOVER to provide a comprehensive thermal insulation offering to meet the energy efficiency recommendations as part of the Green Homes Grant Scheme.
From loft or flat roof insulation, to room in the roof, floor and wall insulation, the Saint-Gobain Insulation UK product portfolio has a solution to help meet the requirements of the scheme.
Weber’s External Wall Insulation (EWI) provides the perfect solution for homes built before the 1920s which usually have external solid walls. Solid walls have no gap so they can’t be filled with cavity wall insulation.
Solid walls can be insulated though External Wall Insulation which makes it possible to insulate a home by fitting the insulation on the outside of the property, improving thermal performance and reducing energy consumption as part of the Green Homes Grant Scheme, whilst updating the aesthetics of the property.
Weber’s External Wall Insulation (EWI) provides the perfect solution for homes built before the 1920s which usually have external solid walls. Solid walls have no gap so they can’t be filled with cavity wall insulation.
Solid walls can be insulated though External Wall Insulation which makes it possible to insulate a home by fitting the insulation on the outside of the property, improving thermal performance and reducing energy consumption as part of the Green Homes Grant Scheme, whilst updating the aesthetics of the property.
British Gypsum offer an internal wall lining for retrofit projects that provide speed and ease of installation with minimal encroachment on the room’s floor space. British Gypsum also offer training courses to help installers meet the competency requirements as laid out in PAS2030/35 . This accreditation is the key that allows contractors to carry out GHGS funded work.
Areas of training include thermal bridging, building ventilation, system selection, ventilation of combustion appliances and best installation practice, giving peace-of-mind for the homeowner.
British Gypsum offer an internal wall lining for retrofit projects that provide speed and ease of installation with minimal encroachment on the room’s floor space. British Gypsum also offer training courses to help installers meet the competency requirements as laid out in PAS2030/35 . This accreditation is the key that allows contractors to carry out GHGS funded work.
Areas of training include thermal bridging, building ventilation, system selection, ventilation of combustion appliances and best installation practice, giving peace-of-mind for the homeowner.
Homeowners and contractors can find out more about the scheme on our FAQ's page
From the end of September 2020 homeowners can apply for up to £5,000 worth of vouchers (£10,000 for lower income households) through the scheme which is being delivered by Simple Energy Advice (SEA), as well as access personalised energy plans and find details of local TrustMark registered contractors.
For advice on which energy efficiency or low carbon improvements can be made on a property, homeowners can use the Simple Energy Advice (SEA) website and then find an accredited installer to quote for the work which is required before the voucher can be applied for.
You can find out more about the scheme here, and apply here. Not sure which measures you should be considering for your home? Take a look at the Green Homes Grant insulation options for homeowners in our latest blog.
Got a question? Find the information you're looking for in our FAQ's.
All work carried out under the Green Homes Grant Scheme must be completed by a TrustMark registered business giving householders quality assurance. Contractors can join the scheme here.
For British Gypsum solutions, contractors can find out more about training to become PAS2030/35.
Weber external wall insulation training that contributes towards PAS2030 can be delivered at the Saint-Gobain Technical Academy. Find out more information on the training and register your interest.
Saint-Gobain brands Jewson provides advice, information and hassle-free quick quotations for Green Homes Grant measures and Graham, the Plumbers Merchant offer solutions to help you deliver specialist secondary measures.
Alternatively you can visit specialist insulation and dry-lining distributor Minster for advice and support on your Green Homes Grant product needs.
Got a question? Find the information you're looking for in our FAQ's.
