Welcome to 2026. As we settle into the new year, the landscape of energy support in the UK is shifting significantly. For the last few years, the ECO4 scheme has been the flagship initiative for improving household efficiency, helping thousands of families access free insulation and heating upgrades. However, as many of you will be aware, the current phase of ECO4 is coming to an end.
What comes next? The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has indicated that they will be announcing new schemes and initiatives in the coming months to continue the UK’s drive towards Net Zero. We are monitoring these government announcements closely and will update our “News” section the moment new funding streams become available for insulation or heating.
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