In order to meet the UK target of an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050 compared with 1990 levels, it is estimated that between 400,000 and 1.8 million homes will need to be upgraded with energy efficiency measures every year, and there is a range of financial support in the form of grants and interest-free loans available from the Government, local authorities and energy companies for installing external wall insulation (EWI).
The key funding schemes are outlined below but criteria and eligibility vary according to area and sector, and detailed information should be obtained from the relevant scheme or via the Energy Saving Trust.


