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.

Warm Homes Plan: Helping Families Save on Energy Bills

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.

Government Investment for a Warmer Future

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.

A Key Part of the Plan for Change

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.

Minister for Energy Consumers, Miatta Fahnbulleh, emphasized the importance of this initiative:

"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."

Major Investment in Local Communities

•    Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund – £1.29 billion will be allocated to 144 projects across England.
•    Warm Homes: Local Grant – £500 million will be distributed to 73 projects spanning 270 local authorities over the next three years.
•    Regional Support – Funding will be allocated to the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) and Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) under the Warm Homes and Public Sector Decarbonisation Devolution Programme.

Aligning with Britain’s Clean Energy Goals

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.
•    Consulting on new energy efficiency standards for private landlords, which could save renters an average of £240 per year.
•    A £500 million Winter Package with Energy UK to assist struggling households.
•    Extending the Household Support Fund to help families with essential costs like food, energy, and water bills.
•    Boosting the Boiler Upgrade Scheme budget to £295 million, making heat pumps more accessible, and revising installation rules to ease restrictions.

Delivering a Lasting Impact

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.