Home energy grants and schemes

Value: Variable up to £15,000

This scheme offers grants (and loans) for energy efficiency improvements and renewables systems.

More about HEGS

Value: Variable up to £7,500

This scheme helps low income households in Northern Ireland by providing a range of energy efficiency improvements free of charge.

More about AWS

Value: Variable up to £20,000

This scheme provides free home energy efficiency improvements to low-income households across Wales.

More about NSW

A grant is given by the government or another organisation to help you pay for something, like making your home more energy efficient. You usually don’t have to pay the money back – but check the small print to confirm this.

Grants are often given to people who need financial help for specific reasons, like improving their home, to help reduce the cost.

You can find information on grants in a few different ways:

1. Government websites – Many of the grants we mention in this article are offered by the government, so checking official websites is a good place to start.
2. Local councils – Your local council may offer grants for things like home improvement or other needs.
3. Charities and organisations – Some charities s or non-profit groups also offer grants to help people with specific needs.
4. Energy companies - If you’re looking for home energy grants, some energy companies run programs that provide funding for things like insulation or heating.

One way to find out which grants you’re eligible for is to create your own NatWest Home Energy Plan.  Add your postcode to start, save your progress and then we can show you which grants might suit your needs.

To apply for a grant, first find the one that best meets your needs and check if you’re allowed to apply.

Once you’ve found the right grant, visit the website to get more details on how to apply. Most of the time, you’ll need to fill out an application form, either online or on paper, with some basic information about yourself and why you need the grant.

You might also have to share extra documents, like proof of how much money you earn or where you live.

Once you’ve filled out the form and added everything needed, check it over before you upload it to the relevant website or send by email.

After that, the organisation will look at your application and let you know if you’ve been approved – it's worth setting a reminder to follow up and check. If you’re unsure about anything, you might be able to get it through a helpline or customer support team.