Get interest-free loans with Green Homes Wales

Managed by the Development Bank of Wales and backed by the Welsh Government, it is all about helping to make your home greener, cheaper to run, and more comfortable to live in.

Here's what you can expect:

• Expert guidance
  A Retrofit Coordinator will do a detailed assessment at your home, offering recommendations to boost your home's energy efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint. Whether you're considering insulation, heating upgrades, or solar panels, you'll have a clear plan to follow.

• Flexible financing
  No need to worry about upfront costs. The scheme offers interest-free loans from £1,000 to £25,000, with repayment terms of up to 10 years. And if you're diving into a bigger project, the terms can stretch even more. Plus, you'll enjoy a 6-month repayment holiday, giving your new measures time to start paying off.

• Grant funding
  On top of the loans, you might also be eligible for grant funding to cover specific projects. This means you can enjoy the benefits of a greener home with less out-of-pocket expense.

Who can apply?

You need to be a homeowner in Wales and must first get general energy advice - you can get this from Nest - to ensure you’re aware of all the support available for your particular circumstances. All applications are subject to affordability and credit score checks.

Green Homes Wales requires all work to comply with the UK’s retrofit standards framework, PAS 2035 (2023).

Green Homes Wales covers a range of energy efficiency projects, including:

• Heating: Air source or ground source heat pumps, biomass boilers, or high-heat retention storage heaters.

• Generation: solar panels, solar thermal, or battery storage systems.

• Fabric: Insulation, or upgrade to high-performance window glazing.

• Controls: Adjust your heating directly from your smart phone or tablet.

Applications for Green Homes Wales are now open - register your interest.

Find out more about heat pumps here.