Home Upgrade Grant phase 2 (HUG2)
What is HUG2 funding for?
Through UK government Help to Heat schemes, Stratford on Avon District Council is delivering the second phase of the Home Upgrade Grant scheme – also known as ‘HUG2’.
HUG2 provides energy efficiency measures and low carbon heating to low-income households living in the worst performing, off-gas grid homes in England.
The scheme aims to improve the warmth and comfort of homes that do not have mains-gas heating, whilst also reducing energy bills, carbon emissions and levels of fuel poverty across the District.
Eligible households could receive free energy efficiency improvements (such as insulation and draughtproofing) or clean heating (such as solar PV or air source heat pumps) for their homes. Eligible homes will receive a free assessment by a retrofit expert to determine the most suitable measures.
Who is eligible?
You could be eligible if you:
- Don’t have gas central heating
- Have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) of D, E, F or G
- Have a combined annual household income under £31,000 (gross)
Find out more about EPCs and whether your property has a valid certificate on the GOV.UK website. If you are eligible for the grant but don’t have an existing EPC, this will be arranged for you at no cost.
How do I apply?
Act on Energy are supporting Stratford on Avon District Council for the HUG2 programme, providing the main point of contact for enquiries and processing applications.
Find out more: Energy Efficiency Grants | Stratford-on-Avon District Council
If you would like to apply for the scheme or find out more about eligibility criteria, please visit the Act on EnergyEnergy website.
Or you can contact Act on Energy directly:
Phone: 0800 988 2881
Email: advice@actonenergy.org.uk
What if I don’t qualify for HUG2?
A number of other funding schemes are available. Details can be found here: Energy & Warmth | Stratford-on-Avon District Council
There are also a range of other benefits and support available: Benefits & Support | Stratford-on-Avon District CouncilDistrict Council