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Що я можу встановити за схемою ECO3? Ми перерахували заміну опалення, оновлення опалення та ізоляцію, які ви можете встановити за схемою ECO3. ​ Ви можете встановити ізоляцію поряд з опаленням, і тому, коли ми з вами зв'яжемось, ми дамо вам повне уявлення про те, що, на нашу думку, ви могли б встановити. Після завершення опитування це буде підтверджено разом з вами. Insulation available under the ECO4 scheme Measure Type Homeowner Private Tenant Social Housing Tenant Cavity Wall Insulation Yes Yes - If installed alongside First Time Central Heating or Renewable Heating Yes External Wall Insulation Yes Yes Yes Flat Roof Insulation Yes Yes Yes Internal Wall Insulation Yes Yes Yes Loft Insulation Yes Yes - If installed alongside First Time Central Heating or Renewable Heating Yes Room in Roof Insulation Yes Yes - If installed alongside First Time Central Heating or Renewable Heating Yes Underfloor Insulation Yes Yes Yes Heating upgrades available under the ECO4 scheme Measure Type Homeowner Private Tenant Social Housing Tenant Air Source Heat Pump Yes Yes Yes Electric Storage Heater & Solar PV Yes Yes Yes Electric Storage Heater Upgrade Yes No No First Time Central Heating (Gas) Yes Yes Yes First Time Central Heating (Air Source Heat Pump) Yes Yes Yes Non- Condensing Gas Boiler Upgrade Yes No No Solar PV Yes Yes Yes Apply for Funding

Як я можу претендувати на фінансування ECO3? Є два способи претендувати на фінансування ECO3. ​ Переваги LA Flex ​ Якщо ви отримуєте кваліфіковану вигоду, ми використовуємо її для доступу до фінансування опалення та/або утеплення. Для тих, хто не отримує кваліфікаційної пільги, ми можемо перевірити гнучкі критерії відповідності вашої місцевої влади (LA Flex), щоб дізнатися, чи можете ви отримати доступ до фінансування за цим маршрутом. Якщо ви відповідаєте вимогам через LA Flex, ми зателефонуємо вам, щоб повідомити, які наступні кроки. Переваги Якщо ви або хтось, хто проживає у вашому домі, отримали одну з наступних категорій, ви можете претендувати на фінансування ECO3: Пільги, що адмініструються DWP; Податкові кредити Допомога на підтримку працевлаштування, пов'язану з доходом Допомога для осіб, які шукають роботу Підтримка доходу Пенсійний кредит Універсальний кредит Допомога на проживання інвалідів Оплата особистої незалежності Допомога на відвідування Допомога по догляду за особами Допомога у разі важкої інвалідності Виплати по інвалідності при виробничих травмах ​ Пільги Міністерства юстиції; ​ Додаток до мобільності пенсій для військових, допомога за постійне відвідування Незалежна оплата збройних сил ​ Інший: ​ Допомога на дітей; існують кваліфікаційні максимальні пороги: ​ Позивач -одиночка (діти до 18 років) ​ 1 Дитина - 18 500 фунтів стерлінгів 2 дітей - 23 000 фунтів стерлінгів 3 дітей - 27 500 фунтів стерлінгів 4+ дітей 32 000 фунтів стерлінгів ​ Проживання в парі (діти до 18 років) ​ 1 Дитина - 25 500 фунтів стерлінгів 2 дітей - 30 000 фунтів стерлінгів 3 дітей - 34 500 фунтів стерлінгів 4+ дітей 39 000 фунтів стерлінгів LA FLEX Ви можете претендувати на LA Flex двома способами. Дохід вашої сім'ї нижче встановленої суми (це залежить від місцевих органів влади), і що ваше майно має рейтинг E, F або G за останнім EPC . Якщо у вас немає EPC , є питання, на які вам потрібно відповісти, щоб перевірити, чи відповідаєте ви вимогам. Інший спосіб полягає в тому, що якщо ви або хтось у вашій сім’ї має тривалий стан здоров’я або вважається вразливим до холоду через вік чи обставини. ​​ Стан здоров'я: ​ Серцево -судинний стан Стан дихання Неврологічний стан Стан психічного здоров'я Фізична інвалідність, яка істотно або довгостроково впливає на вашу здатність виконувати звичайну повсякденну діяльність Смертельна хвороба Пригнічена імунна система ​ Вразливий до холоду через вік або обставини ​ Мінімальний вік може бути різним, але зазвичай він перевищує 65 років Вагітність Мати дітей на утриманні до 5 років ​ Важливо: Кожен місцевий орган влади може мати різні правила щодо відповідності вимогам; особливо навколо того, що вважається "низьким доходом". Після того, як ми отримаємо вашу форму відповідності, ми перевіримо кваліфікаційні критерії та обговоримо це під час наступного дзвінка. ​ ​ Подати заявку на фінансування

Cavity Wall Insulation About 35% of all heat loss from UK homes is due to un-insulated external walls. If your home was built after the 1930s, the chances are that its external walls are made of two ‘skins’ with a small gap between them. This means they are ‘cavity walls’ and the gap between them can be filled with insulating material to stop the warmth escaping to the outside. ​ A cavity wall can be filled with an insulating material by injecting beads into the wall. This restricts any warmth passing through the wall, reducing the money you spend on heating. ​ You can check your wall type by looking at your brick pattern. If the bricks have an even pattern and are laid lengthways, then the wall is likely to have a cavity. If some of the bricks are laid with the square end facing, the wall is likely to be solid. If the wall is stone, it is likely to be solid. ​ If your home was built within the last 25 years it is likely to been already insulated or possibly partially insulated. The surveyor can check this with a borescope inspection. Bill savings and things to be aware of: ​ Can save between £145-£480 a year on your fuel bills depending on property size (Figures from the Energy Saving Trust and assume property is a gas heated home and sized between a flat to a detached home). Walls are normally drilled and then filled from the outside, which minimises disruption and mess. Can be completed in a few hours. Grant funding is available that can cover the full cost of installation (qualifying criteria apply). ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. ​ Apply for Funding

Схема ECO3 Схема ЕКО була створена з метою допомогти вразливим домогосподарствам із найнижчими доходами покращити їх енергоефективність та зменшити рахунки за електроенергію. ​ Фінансування цієї схеми надходить безпосередньо з рахунків за енергію кожного у формі Зеленого податку. В рамках ЕКО середні та великі постачальники енергії повинні фінансувати впровадження заходів з енергоефективності у британських (Англія, Шотландія та Уельс) домогосподарствах. ​ Кожен зобов'язаний постачальник має загальну ціль, яка ґрунтується на його частці на внутрішньому енергетичному ринку. ​ У жовтні 2018 р. Уряд запустив останню версію схеми ЕКО - «ECO3», і тепер вона включає ще більше переваг - тобто більше людей, ніж будь -коли, зможуть відповідати вимогам. ​ Схема зобов'язань енергетичних компаній (ЕКО) - це схема, підтримана урядом, яка адмініструється OFGEM. ​ Доступні гранти можуть покривати витрати або суттєво субсидувати відповідні типи опалення та/або ізоляцію в будинках по всій Англії, Уельсі та Шотландії. Стиль та вид вашого майна, в якому ви живете, використовуються для розрахунку обсягу фінансування, яке ви можете отримати через ЕКО, як і паливо, яке опалює будинок. ​ Розмір фінансування заздалегідь визначається, і якщо це не повністю покриває вартість обраної вами установки, вас можуть попросити внести внесок у це. Подати заявку на фінансування

Flat Roof Insulation A fl at roof is any roof space in your home with a pitch of less than 10 degrees. They are very easy to spot and as they don't usually have a loft space, they wont have a loft hatch. ​ F lat roofs being added to properties were popular in properties built between the 1950's - 1970's and if your flat roof is from this period, it is extremely unlikely to be insulated and if it is, it wont be up to todays standards. If your flat roof is uninsulated, it will mean that in winter, warm air will easily escape from any heated rooms through the flat roof, leaving the room cold and uninviting. ​ If you have recently had the membrane replaced if for example you had a leak, then it is unlikely that insulation was added, unless you specifically asked for it. ​ There are 2 ways to insulate your flat roof: ​ Warm Roof: ​ This involves adding rigid insulation board on to the roof from the outside and then coving with a waterproof membrane. This is the best way to insulate a flat roof as there are no condensation issues to contend with. Cold Roof: ​ This is the most common way that most households have their flat roofs insulated. It involves placing the insulation material between the joists spaces the support the roof. This can only be added if there is a gap of at least 50mm between the roof and the insulation to allow for air flow. ​ If you have very shallow joists then this is not recommended. As most heat is lost through uninsulated roof spaces, if you do have your flat roof insulated you can expect similar savings to insulating your loft depending on how much of your property the flat roof covers. ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. Apply for Funding

Underfloor Insulation When thinking of areas in your home that need insulation, under the floor is not usually the first on the list. However homes with crawl spaces under the downstairs floor can benefit from underfloor insulation. ​ If you live in an older property you may have suspended timber floors. If you experience cold air coming through the floorboards, underfloor insulation will help to keep the property warm in the winter by preventing heat loss, plus it will also help to keep it cool in the warmer months. Underfloor insulation eliminates drafts that may enter via the gaps between the floorboards and ground, making you feel warmer. ​ It is important to NEVER block up air bricks in your wall. They are needed to help ventilate the space under your floor and to stop your floor board rotting. ​ Bill savings and things to be aware of: ​ Can save between £50 -£130 a year on your fuel bills depending on property size (Figures from the Energy Saving Trust and assume property is a gas heated home and sized between a Mid-terrace house to a detached home ). Will need to lift the floor boards to fit the insulation. Grant funding is available that can cover the full cost of installation (qualifying criteria apply). ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. ​ Apply for Funding

Electric Storage Heaters Electric Storage heaters or night storage heaters as they are sometimes called, charge up at night by taking advantage of off-peak electricity rates on Economy 7 & 10 tariffs. Once charged they release their heat during the day. Storage heaters have ceramic or clay bricks in side them which heat up overnight and then this heat is released gradually during the day. ​ Most storage heaters are wall-mounted and will have 2 dials on the top; one for input and the other for output. Newer models will also have digital displays . ​ To operate storage heaters you must set the input in the evening to the expected heat release of the next day. If it is not particularly cold then there is no need to set to maximum as this would waste energy. Most storage heaters will only charge at night time so they can take advantage of the cheaper electricity but some do have a 'boost' button but this would use the more expensive 'day' rate. ​ The output dial is used to regulate how quick the heat is released by the storage heaters, the higher the setting the quicker the heat is released. ​ Modern Storage heaters ​ The latest Electric Storage heaters are much improved on the previous models and can have significant savings on older models. The new modern High heat retention Electric Storage heaters are also smaller and more compact that the older models and you can also purchase 'Solar enabled' Storage heaters that also take advantage of Solar PV during the day. ​ It is possible to have Electric Storage heaters installed under the ECO4 scheme if you own your home and you have older heaters present or if you have no heating, electric room heaters or old electric storage heaters & have Solar PV installed as well then they can be installed in owner occupied or rented properties. ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. Apply for Funding

ECO Simplified Shortlisted for StartUp Awards National Series Sunderland-based Eco Simplified has been named one of the most exciting new businesses in the region after being shortlisted as part of a brand-new awards programme. The StartUp Awards National Series has been launched to recognise the booming startup scene across the UK which has accelerated since the pandemic began. In 2020, when most of the world was shutting down, more than 400,000 start-ups were set up in Britain, with similar increases seen in other European countries. There was stiff competition with over 2,500 applications received in response to the Startup Awards National Series’ first-ever call for entries. James Aspey, Director of Eco Simplified said: It is a privilege to work in an industry where every day we can make a difference to people living in fuel poverty, whilst making a positive difference to the environment. Big thank you to the team at Eco Simplified, I am so proud of you all. Supported nationally by BT, EY, Dell & Intel, the programme will celebrate the achievements of the amazing individuals across the UK who have turned an idea into an opportunity and taken the risk to launch a new product or service. Co-founded by the team behind the Great British Entrepreneur Awards, the new series follows the success of the Wales StartUp Awards, after organisers recognised the exceptional potential in the startup scene across the other British regions. Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, the creator of the StartUp Awards National Series, said: “​​New firms are important for generating economic prosperity, employment opportunities and innovation. Since 2016, the Wales StartUp Awards have celebrated this amazing annual contribution to our economy by entrepreneurs and the impact they have on communities across the nation. “Given the sheer volume of phenomenal start-ups we’ve heard from since then, as well as the huge post-pandemic shift in people’s desires to take their career in a new direction and set up a business against the odds, we felt it was the right time to take the programme nationwide. We have been blown away by the standard of entries in this first year and truly look forward to crowning the winners in June.”

Solar PV Solar electricity panels, also known as photovoltaics (PV), capture the sun's energy and convert it into electricity that you can use in your home. A solar PV panel consists of many cells made from layers of semi-conducting material, most commonly silicon. When light shines on this material, a flow of electricity is created.​ The cells don’t need direct sunlight to work and can even work on cloudy days. However, the stronger the sunshine, the more electricity generated. ​ Solar PV systems are made up of several panels, with each panel generating around 410W of energy in strong sunlight. Typical systems contain around 10 panels and generate direct current electricity. Because the electricity used for household appliances is alternating current, an inverter is installed along with the system to convert direct current electricity into alternating current. This electricity can be used throughout your home or exported to the grid. ​ The benefits of solar electricity are that they cut your electricity bills. Sunlight is free, so once installation is complete, your electricity costs will be reduced. They will also cut your carbon footprint. Solar electricity is low carbon, renewable energy. A typical home solar PV system could save around one tonne of carbon per year, depending on where you live in the UK. ​ Space is a key consideration as is roof angle and the direction it faces. Ideally you want a south facing roof with a pitch at an angle of 30 or 40 degrees. East or west facing roofs can still be considered but North facing roofs are not recommended. ​ Also worth noting that are nearby buildings, chimneys or trees that shade your roof will have a negative impact on the performance of your system. ​ Planning permission is not usually required as Solar is classed as a permitted development but you should always check with your local authority before installing in case there are any local limits or restrictions. ​ With any domestic PV system, there will be times when the electricity you generate is more than you can use or store, so the surplus will be exported to the grid to be used by somebody else. ​ The old Feed-in Tariff closed for applications in March 2019 and has since been replaced by the Smart Export Guarantee. While not as generous as the Feed-in Tariff it is still a worthwhile scheme and does provide some financial support for electricity that you generate and export back to the grid. ​ Bill savings and things to be aware of: ​ The average cost of a domestic 4.2 kWp solar PV system is around £5000. If you include the Smart Export Guarantee you can save from £255 - £505 per year according to the Energy Saving Trust (saving depend on which part of the country you live in and how much time you are in the house when the Solar PV is generating electricity). Grant funding is available that can cover the full cost of installation (qualifying criteria apply). We also can offer a privately funded Solar PV package and finance. ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. Apply Now

Non-Condensing Gas Boiler Upgrade We can offer a gas boiler upgrade if your current boiler is non-condensing and you own the property you currently live in , through the ECO4 scheme. ​ The new boiler will be a more efficient condensing Gas boiler . ​ Non-Condensing Boiler vs Condensing Gas Boilers ​ All new gas boiler installations must be condensing by law, which came into effect in 2005, however there are a small list of exceptions that can still allow a non-condensing boiler to be installed. ​ Only condensing boilers can be installed under the ECO4 scheme. There is no exceptions made under the scheme. ​ All well designed and maintained boilers burn their fuel efficiently, but non-condensing boilers inevitably lose heat in the form of hot gases that escape up the flue. This limits their overall efficiency. Non-condensing boilers may only have an efficiency rating of 70 to 80 per cent , while in old models this figure could be even lower at 50 to 60 per cent . In contrast, condensing boilers have been designed to minimise this heat loss and have an average efficiency of 95% with some models able to achieve 99% efficiency . Condensing boilers feature larger heat exchangers that cool the flue gases before they escape, condensing the water vapour out of them. The temperature of the flue gases during this heat exchange process drops rapidly from approximately 130℃ to 50℃. The condensation formed as a result is what gives the boilers their name, and there can be as much as two litres of it produced every hour. This condensate liquid is drained into a waste water outlet via a condensate pipe. Thanks to this additional heat exchange process, condensing boilers are able to extract virtually all of the heat latent in the flue gases. This additional heat energy is then transferred back into the heating system. The extra efficiency of condensing boilers means they can offer major cost savings and they are also more environmentally friendly, helping you to lower the carbon emissions of your household. ​ Advantages of condensing gas boilers ​ More energy-efficient as they use more of the fuel for usable heat Lower energy bills Use less fuel than non-condensing boilers to produce same amount of heat and hot water Reduced CO2 emissions and carbon footprint ​ How can I tell which type of boiler I have? There are 2 easy ways to check if your boiler is either condensing or non-condensing and you do not have a manual to hand. ​ If the boiler has a white plastic pipe coming out of the bottom of the boiler and then going outside into a drain, it is condensing . You will usually see the condensate pipe on the exterior wall to the boiler. If the flue is white plastic it is condensing . If it the flue is metal, then it is non-condensing . ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. Apply for Funding

Air Source Heat Pump Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) absorb heat from the outside air to heat your home and hot water. They can still extract heat when air temperatures are as low as -15°C. Air source heat pumps need electricity to run, but because they are extracting renewable heat from the environment, the heat output is greater than the electricity input. This makes them an energy efficient method of heating your home. Think of an air source heat pump as a 'reverse fridge'. Heat is absorbed from the outdoor air and is compressed to raise the temperature. This then works to heat your home and hot water. Before thinking about an ASHP you must consider the following : Do you have somewhere to put it? You’ll need a place outside your home where a unit can be fitted to a wall or placed on the ground. It will need plenty of space around it to get a good flow of air. A sunny wall is ideal. The external unit is connected to an internal unit containing circulation pumps and hot water, which is usually smaller than the average boiler. What type of heating system do you have now? Homes without an existing central heating system will require one to be installed for an air source heat pump to work. What fuel will you be replacing? The system is more likely to pay for itself if it’s replacing an expensive system like electric heating. You’re unlikely to save much on your heating bill if you’re switching from mains gas. ​ Air source heat pumps can be installed as one of two varieties: ​ Air-to-Water Heat Pumps: These are the most common in the UK, transferring the heat into water which can then be used for traditional home heating elements. Air-to-Air Heat Pump s: These work with a circulation system to heat the air itself. ​ The main benefit of an air source heat pump is a more energy efficient method of heating your home, due to it producing around 3.5 kW of heat for every 1kW of energy used. This efficiency also brings a great saving on your carbon footprint of between 2,150 to 2,250 kg of carbon a year, compared to an A-rated boiler according to the Energy Saving Trust. Only air to water heat pumps are included in funding schemes. Currently the ECO4 Scheme offer fully funded options, subject to qualifying criteria. To find out what these are follow the link below; ​ ECO4 ​ Air source heat pumps offer a great alternative to LPG gas & oil boilers, electric room heaters and electric storage heaters but to work at their best your home needs to be a well insulated home. ​ If you are looking to spend money on a new heating system but insulation in your home is not up to standard, an air source heat pump would not be a sound investment for the future. ​ Air source heat pumps work best at producing heat at a lower temperature than boilers so if you have an draught proof home this will increase the efficiency. ​ It is also worth keeping in mind that while it is possible that if you are changing from a boiler to an Air source heat pump that you could use the existing pipework and radiators, this is not guaranteed and it is very likely that all will need to be replaced. ​ To check if you are eligible under the ECO4 scheme, please click the button below and complete the online form. ​ Apply Now