The UK government is reportedly working on a project to help low-income households insulate their homes, in order to protect them from the cost of living crisis.
The plans would require the government to remove £1bn in funding from other initiatives in order to expand the Energy Company Obligation scheme, which helps fuel-poor customers insulate their homes. The expansion is expected to allow middle-income households to access the programme.
According to The Times, the funds necessary for the project might be taken out of the Public Sector Decarbonisation scheme, which aims to increase the energy efficiency of schools, hospitals and other public buildings.
“The fastest and simplest way to tackle the cost-of-living crisis is to invest in insulation which has the potential to save £150-£400 off energy bills – an investment to permanently bring down bills year after year,” said Chris Skidmore, a Tory MP and founder of the Net Zero support group.
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