The UK government recently announced the Warm Homes Plan, a package of support and funding to help households increase the energy efficiency of their homes. Below, we share details of the two key components of the plan which are especially relevant if you’re considering installing solar panels.
Warm Homes Grants
Under the Warm Homes Plan, the government is providing grants of up to £8,000 for eligible households to make energy saving upgrades, including installing solar PV systems. The grants will be available starting April 2026.
To be eligible, households must have a total annual income below £30,000 and live in a home with an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of D or below. You can check your home’s EPC rating for free on the government’s website.
If you meet the criteria, a Warm Homes Grant could significantly reduce the upfront cost of going solar. The government esitomates the grants could help up 500,000 households.
Warm Homes Loan Scheme
Starting in April 2027, the government will also launch the Warm Homes Loan Scheme. This will provide interest-free loans to households who want to make energy efficiency improvements but don’t qualify for the grants.
Full details of the loan scheme are still be announced, but it has the potential to make financing a solar PV system much more affordable for a large number of households. We’ll share more information as it becomes available.
The government is urging households to “join the rooftop revolution” and take advantage of these new schemes to increase renewable energy generation. If you’ve been considering solar panels for your home, there may never be a better time to make the switch.
Please note that while Lumos PV is here to help with every stage of your solar journey, we do not administer these government schemes directly. To check out your eligibility or apply, please visit the Government website.
If you have any other questions about solar PV, battery storage, EV charging or how Lumos PV can help you save money and reduce your carbon footprint, we’d love to hear from you. Our team is always happy to provide free, no-obligation advice.
