Help for Funding – Government approved loans and schemes
Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (Domestic RHI)
This scheme is a government financial incentive aimed at increasing the use of renewable heat to help the UK reach desired renewable energy targets.
Those who join the scheme and adhere to the set rules will receive quarterly payments for seven years for the amount of renewable, clean heat they are estimated to produce.
Anyone who meets the joining requirements can join, regardless of whether they are on or off the gas grid.
For enquiries you can call Home Energy Scotland on 0808 808 2282, or Simple Energy Advice on 0800 444 202 if you live in Wales or England.
The scheme is administered by Ofgem, you can learn more about the Domestic RHI scheme on their website.
The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme (DRHI) in Great Britain will close to new applicants on 31 March 2022.
Home Energy Scotland Loan
You can receive an interest-free loan funded by the Scottish Government as well as up to 40% cashback for some eligible energy efficiency measures (75% for certain renewable heating systems).
How long you have to repay the loan depends on the amount borrowed:
Under £5,000: 5 years
£5,000 - £9,999: 10 years
More than £10,000: 12 years
For more information you can call Home Energy Scotland on 0808 808 2282, or alternatively you can visit their website.
If your application’s successful, you’ll need to pay an administrative fee of 1.5% of the total loan value - up to a maximum of £150 for each application.