On March 11th, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero announced the successful projects that have secured funding through the Warm Homes: Local Grant (WH: LG) and the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund (WH: SHF). These initiatives are set to make a significant impact by improving energy efficiency in thousands of homes across England, reducing fuel poverty, and supporting the UK’s transition to a greener future.
At LivGreen, we take pride in being one of the few contractors with extensive experience in delivering successful energy efficiency upgrades under all previous phases of the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), from Demonstrator to Wave 2. Our expertise in implementing large-scale retrofit projects enables us to provide high-quality, cost-effective solutions that align with the government’s goals for energy efficiency and sustainability.
The UK government’s Warm Homes Plan is moving full speed ahead, bringing vital energy-saving upgrades to thousands of households. With a focus on supporting low-income families and tenants in social housing, the initiative will deliver insulation, double glazing, solar panels, and heat pumps—helping to cut energy costs and create warmer, more efficient homes.
As of March 11, the government is allocating £1.8 billion in funding to local authorities and social housing providers. This significant boost will enable up to 170,000 homes across England to benefit from energy efficiency upgrades.
The funding will be distributed through the Warm Homes: Local Grant and the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund, ensuring that low-income households receive essential improvements. These upgrades are expected to save families hundreds of pounds annually by reducing reliance on costly international gas markets and improving home insulation.
By enhancing energy efficiency, the Warm Homes Plan is not only making homes more comfortable but also putting money back into people’s pockets. It forms a crucial part of the government’s wider Plan for Change, which aims to improve living standards and increase Real Household Disposable Income.
"Living in a warm, comfortable home should not be a luxury. It is a right that has been out of reach for too many people for too long. By giving this funding to local authorities and social housing providers, we are delivering on our promise to improve the homes of thousands of people across England. As part of our Plan for Change, we are powering on with our Warm Homes Plan, upgrading cold and draughty homes so they are warmer, cleaner, and cheaper to live in."
This initiative aligns with the UK’s broader commitment to energy security and sustainability. By reducing dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets, the government is taking decisive steps to lower bills and create a cleaner, greener future.
The plan also complements other government initiatives, such as:
Expanding the Warm Homes Discount, making almost 3 million more households eligible for £150 off their energy bills next winter.
As the Warm Homes Plan gathers momentum, thousands of families will experience the benefits of energy-efficient homes—lower bills, improved comfort, and a reduced carbon footprint. This initiative is a powerful step towards a more sustainable and affordable future for households across England.