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29 Feb 2024

Medway backs Home Upgrade Grant to improve energy efficiency and cut heating bills

Medway residents are being given a chance to save money on energy bills and reduce carbon emissions under a new scheme. 

The Home Upgrade Grant Phase 2 is being delivered across the region through the Greater South East Net Zero Hub, with the support of Medway Council which is encouraging eligible residents to apply.

28 Feb 2024

Home Upgrade Grants Available to Improve Energy Efficiency in Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has been awarded funding under the Home Upgrade Grant Phase 2 (HUG2) scheme. HUG2 is a government-backed scheme running from April 2023 to March 2025, providing energy efficiency measures and low-carbon heating for low-income households.

26 Feb 2024

Update from SPICe On Decarbonsing heating in Scotland

For our clients operating north of the border, this blog sets out some of the wider government policy considerations with respect to decarbonising heating

23 Feb 2024

Almost 10m UK households living in ‘cold, damp, poorly insulated homes'

A recent Guardian analysis also shows same number would probably not be able to afford cost of improved insulation....

07 Feb 2024

Solar and Storage Live London 2024

Claim your Free Tickets in association with EPC Choice 

07 Feb 2024

Curious about the EPC and ECO statistics in your area

Check out this useful Government tool to check EPC and ECO data in your local constituency

06 Feb 2024

Nearly half of lenders and third of brokers would welcome EPC policy reversal

According to Mortgage Advice Bureau (MAB), which polled 49 lenders and 288 advisers.....

26 Jan 2024

C rating for Landlords. More relevant than ever.....

Tandem, the UK’s greener digital bank, has confirmed that Landlords will receive an additional discount if their property has acheived an EPC rating of A,B or C

 

 

 

24 Jan 2024

Mid Suffolk Cosy Homes initiative

This innovative project, backed by a £2 million investment, aims to enhance Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings across Mid Suffolk homes.

21 Dec 2023

Thanet Property owners now eligible for FREE Energy upgrades...

Check out the elegibility requirements and why you need a new EPC

24 Nov 2023

Do Landlords actually support higher EPC Ratings!

In a revealing study by the Social Market Foundation, it has emerged that a significant majority of landlords are in favor of enhancing energy efficiency standards in rental properties.

24 Nov 2023

Poorly insulated homes to incur £400 extra heating costs under new price cap

Under Ofgem’s January price cap, poorly insulated homes face a £415 annual rise in gas bills, reaching a total increase of £730 when coupled with electricity costs, according to a report.

20 Nov 2023

Can you insulate a Victorian House?

Read our useful guide on the options available for Britians period homeowners....

14 Nov 2023

Paragon Bank cuts rates across five-year BTL fixes.....

With preferential rates on offer for Landlords with an EPC rating of C or above....

13 Nov 2023

Portsmouth HMO Landlords - are you EPC Compliant?

The deadliine of the 1st December is rapidly appraching and an EPC will be required......

09 Nov 2023

Unlocking Green Stamp Duty Rebate: A Win-Win for Homeowners and the Environment

Will the Autumn Statement see the introdcution of a reduced Stamp Duty rate payable on properties that have better EPC ratings.....

08 Nov 2023

Tackling Fuel Poverty with Data-Driven Insights

The recent findings from the Open Data Institute (ODI) regarding fuel poverty in England shed light on a pressing issue that affects millions of households.

01 Nov 2023

Debunking the Myth: Heat Pumps' Effectiveness in Cold Climates

Do Heat Pumps Work in Cold Climates? Defying the Assumptions - In the realm of energy-efficient heating solutions, heat pumps have often faced skepticism regarding their performance in cold climates

 

27 Oct 2023

How Property Age Affects EPC Ratings

Expert Insights from EPC Choice's CEO, Chris Grant - When it comes to Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs), the age of your property has a significant effect on its energy efficiency rating.

16 Oct 2023

The Vital Role of Accurate EPCs

Recently, a report by Foundation Home Loans revealed that a staggering 71% of landlords are unlikely to invest in properties with EPC ratings below 'C'