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Calling all installers!

the ECO4 Scheme can be a great opportunity

The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme is a UK government initiative aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions in homes across the nation. For installers, ECO4 presents a significant opportunity to expand services, access funding, and contribute to national energy efficiency goals.

Key details of the ECO4 Scheme:

  • Around 450,000 homes are expected to benefit, creating numerous job opportunities for skilled installers.
  • The focus is on properties with the lowest energy efficiency ratings (EPC E-G), where upgrades are most needed.
  • Homeowners can receive up to £20,000 in funding for significant renovations.
  • Eligible improvements include heat pumps, solar panels, high heat retention storage heaters, and smart heating controls.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

The ECO4 initiative prioritises households with lower incomes and those in vulnerable situations:

  • Income-based Jobseekers Allowance (JSA)
  • Income-related Employment & Support Allowance (ESA)
  • Income Support (IS)
  • Pension Credit Guarantee
  • Credit Working Tax Credit (WTC)
  • Child Tax Credits (CTC)
  • Universal Credit (UC)
  • Housing Benefit
  • Pension Credit Savings Credit

What Products qualify for the ECO4 Scheme?

  • Insulation products
  • Heating systems
  • Renewable technologies
  • Smart controls and energy efficiency devices

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How do you become an ECO4 installer?

If you are an installer and interested in delivering ECO measures, you need to contact an obligated supplier.

To participate in the ECO4 scheme, installers must meet specific accreditation requirements:

  • PAS 2030 certification
  • TrustMark registration
  • Microgeneration certification scheme (MCS)

By obtaining these accreditations, installers not only comply with ECO4 requirements but also enhance their market credibility, opening doors to new business opportunities.

What are the benefits for Installers?

Engaging with the ECO4 scheme offers several advantages:

  • Access to funding:
  • Prompt payment terms
  • Lead generation and support

Here’s how to navigate the ECO4 landscape

For more information and how to find out more about the scheme visit: ECO4 Scheme

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