Warm Homes Local Grant: Energy Efficiency Upgrades for Residents

Rous Lench residents in the Wychavon District may qualify for free home energy efficiency improvements through the Warm Homes Local Grant (WH:LG) scheme, run by Worcestershire County Council in partnership with Act on Energy and local districts including Wychavon.

The grant helps low-income households make homes warmer, cut energy bills, and reduce carbon emissions with fully funded upgrades like insulation, efficient heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps), solar PV panels, and smart controls. It uses a "fabric first" approach, starting with insulation and ventilation.

To check if you qualify and apply:

• Your home needs an EPC rating of D–G (a free one can be arranged if needed).
• Household income is generally £36,000 or less, or you receive certain means-tested benefits (e.g., Universal Credit, Pension Credit).
• Available to homeowners and private tenants (with landlord permission); social housing excluded.

For full eligibility criteria, supported measures, application process, and to register interest:

Visit the official Worcestershire County Council page: https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/council-services/environment/sustainability-and-carbon-reduction/tackling-fuel-poverty/warm-homes-local-grant-whlg

Contact Act on Energy directly (they handle assessments and applications):

Helpline: 0800 988 2881

Email: advice@actonenergy.org.uk

This is a valuable local opportunity to tackle rising energy costs - funding is limited and subject to assessments, so check soon if it might apply to you.

For more information about local parish matters or if you have any questions, please contact Rous Lench Parish Council.