Funding still available on Home Energy Scheme

The average Irish home is falling far short of the desired BER energy efficiency rating.

Energy ratings are graded on a sliding scale: A1 is awarded to the most energy efficient homes, while G is given to the worst.  With most houses in Ireland scoring E1, the Home Energy Saving scheme, which provides grants for insulating homes is now available.

The €50 million Energy Saving scheme is open to houses built before 2006 and will help homeowners save up to €700 a year
Home improvement measures will include:

Terms and Conditions:

• Be sure that prior to applying you have read and understand the scheme’s Terms and Conditions (to be published once the scheme is open for homeowner applications) and in particular please note the following:- 
•  Grant Approval must be in place prior to any purchase of materials or commencement of measures undertaken.
•  You may apply several times, however the grant value of your first application must be €500.
•  The BER assessment grant cannot form part of the €500 amount. 
•  All works must be carried out by a contractor registered with Sustainable Energy Ireland for this particular scheme.

To find a BER assessor in your area log onto the GreenMe Directory

Anyone interested in increasing their BER rating may register their “Expression of Interest” by calling 1850 927 000 or by visiting www.sei.ie/hes

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