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Energy efficiency measure (Better Energy Homes)

Abbreviated form of legal source(s)

Better Energy Homes

Description of support scheme

The Better Energy Homes scheme provides grants for the energy upgrading of dwellings. Under this scheme, different categories of insulation are supported through grants.

Amount

Attic, Wall –Cavity: EUR 400
Wall – Internal Dry Lining: EUR 1,600- EUR 2,400
Wall – External: EUR 2.750- EUR 6,000
Heating control upgrade: EUR 700
A bonus of EUR 300 is given if the applicant realises three intervention measures and additional EUR 100 if four intervention measures are carried out (ch.1.1 Better Energy Homes).

Addressees

Homeowners of residential buildings built before 2011 (ch.1.4 Better Energy Homes).

Procedure

Interested applicants make a submission online along with any necessary document. SEAI assesses the application. If approved, the applicant may carry on with the necessary works. Finally, the applicant makes a claim or payment and the grant is paid off (ch.4 Better Energy Homes).

Competent authority

SEAI

Sectors

Buildings

Relevant

Energy production
Transport
Industry
Public sector