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17/10/2026

Record year for heat pump installs under Scotland's Home Energy Scotland scheme 🏡

The Scottish Government's Heat in Buildings progress report, published on 2 October, says the Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan scheme installed more heat pumps in the past year than ever before. The report doesn't put a number on it, so we won't either.

What it means here in Scotland:
• Homeowners: Home Energy Scotland currently lists a £7,500 heat pump grant, with an optional interest-free loan and higher grant amounts for very rural postcodes.
• Funding is first come, first served and subject to availability, so it pays to check early rather than late in the financial year.
• Only heat pumps that provide 100% of your heating and hot water qualify, so system design matters.

Worth knowing: the scheme is for homeowners' own homes, so it isn't aimed at businesses or community buildings, and a funding offer is never guaranteed.

Thinking about a heat pump for your home? Send us a message and we'll talk through whether it suits your property, no obligation.

13/10/2026

VAT has been taken off household electricity until 31 March 2027 ⚡

From 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027, electricity in Great Britain that would normally carry 5% VAT is charged at 0%, and that includes Scotland. HMRC and Ofgem have both confirmed it. Gas is not affected and stays at 5%.

What it means here in Scotland:
🏠 Homes that rely mainly on electricity for heating and hot water will see a bigger reduction than homes that use mostly gas, as Ofgem points out.
⛪ HMRC says electricity used by a charity for non-business purposes can qualify too, so churches and community buildings should check their bills.
🏢 Whether it applies to a business supply depends on how the electricity is used, so it is worth asking your supplier.

Worth remembering: it is temporary, and it only lowers the price of the electricity you buy. It does not change how much you use, so on its own it is not a reason to make a long-term decision.

If you would like a realistic picture of how your own electricity use looks, and whether solar, a battery or a heat pump could make sense for you, send us a message and we will talk it through.

03/10/2026

Churches, village halls and community clubs in Scotland: CARES funding for renewables is open 🏛️

The CARES Community Buildings Fund, delivered by Local Energy Scotland and jointly funded by the Scottish Government and The National Lottery Community Fund, offers grants of up to £80,000, covering up to 80% of eligible costs, to help non-profit community organisations cut their building's energy costs and emissions.

What it means here in Scotland:
• Village halls, community centres, sports facilities and faith buildings can all be eligible, as long as you own the building or have a lease running at least five years beyond the project.
• You need at least one core measure, such as an air source heat pump or solar PV. Battery storage and insulation can be added alongside.
• If the building is heated by gas or oil, that heating has to be replaced as part of the project.

Worth knowing: your organisation needs to fund the other 20%. Funding is allocated first come, first served, and the fund closes once it's fully allocated. Projects are expected to be finished and claimed by 15 March 2027. Applications need installer quotes, and MCS-certified installers must be used where the technology is covered by MCS.

If your committee is wondering whether your building could qualify, Local Energy Scotland's guidance is the place to start, and we're happy to talk through options and quotes with no obligation.

30/09/2026

From tomorrow, there's no VAT on your home electricity ⚡

HMRC has confirmed a temporary 0% VAT rate on domestic electricity across Great Britain, including Scotland, from 1 October 2026 to 31 March 2027. VAT on gas stays at 5%.

It arrives alongside Ofgem's new price cap, which goes up 4% from 1 October. Ofgem says most of that rise is down to gas, with gas bills up around 8%, while homes that don't use gas should see an increase of less than 1%.

So what does it mean here in Scotland?

🏠 If you already heat your home with electricity (heat pump, infrared panels or storage heaters), this winter's changes work in your favour.
🔥 If you're still on gas or oil, it's a sensible moment to look at the numbers on electric heating, based on your own home and how you use energy, not the headlines.
⛪ Churches and charities: HMRC says electricity used for a charity's non-business purposes also qualifies, so check your bills show the 0% rate.

Worth remembering: the zero rate is temporary, and it's for domestic and qualifying charity use rather than most business supplies.

Wondering how electric heating, solar or battery storage would stack up for your property? Send the SES team a message and we'll talk it through with you.

26/07/2026

24/03/2026

⚡️ Plug-In Solar Panels Are Coming to the UK — Game-Changer or Gimmick?

The UK Government is set to allow households to buy plug-in solar panels—low-cost systems (around £400) that connect directly to a standard socket.

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21/05/2025

📢 Scotland’s Community Buildings – It’s Time to Go Green!

Great news: The Community Buildings Fund from the Scottish Government’s CARES scheme is now OPEN – and it's a game-changer for community organisations across the country.

If your village hall, community centre, or local hub could use an upgrade, this is your chance to install renewable tech like solar panels, heat pumps, and more – and get major financial support to do it!

Here’s what’s on the table:

Up to 80% of eligible costs covered

Grants up to £80,000

Open until October 31st, 2025, or until funds run out (so don’t delay!)

Even better – Scottish Energy Saving offers a full survey and quote for FREE. No catch. No obligation. Just expert guidance to see what’s possible for your building.

Whether you're looking to cut energy bills, reduce carbon emissions, or future-proof your space – this fund is your springboard.

Let’s get our community spaces working smarter and greener.

Apply now or get in touch to start your free survey.

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18/04/2025

Is your home Heat Pump ready?

Most homes in Scotland are. 🏠

See if you could make the switch—and how much you could save! 💰

The Scottish government is offering up to £9,000 to switch to a clean, cost-effective Air Source Heat Pump—a smart way to heat your home and hot water sustainably.

With over 10 years of experience, we make your upgrade easy with expert installation and ongoing support.

Benefits include:
🌟 Save up to 50% on energy bills
🌟 Low-maintenance with a 25+ year lifespan
🌟 Year-round heating and hot water
🌟 Reduce your carbon footprint by 100%
🌟 Increase your property’s value

Funding and savings:
✅ £15,000 funding available
✅ £0 upfront cost for your heat pump
✅ Save up to £550 a year on energy bills

Book your FREE energy assessment today to see if a heat pump is right for your home!

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