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Bright Green Homes: retrofit funding for residents

You could get free home energy improvements to make your home warmer, cheaper to heat and better for the environment.

Bright Green Homes offers a free energy‑efficiency home assessment, and funding for retrofit improvements such as insulation or low‑carbon heating. In some cases, the full cost of the work can be covered.

The scheme is delivered across Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol and North Somerset in partnership with Bristol City Leap and local councils.

Who can apply

You may be able to get Bright Green Homes funding if the following apply:

  • you live in Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol or North Somerset
  • you are a homeowner or a private tenant
  • your home is occupied and furnished
  • your home has poor or moderate energy performance (below EPC grade C)
  • your household income is £36,000 or less per year, or you recieve certain benefits such as universal credit or pension credit,
  • or if you live in one of the target areas for the scheme

 

Check if your postcode is in a target area

Your postcode is in a target area. This means you may be eligible for the scheme even if your household income is above the threshold. You will still need to meet all other requirements listed above

You cannot apply if you live in social housing or temporary accommodation.

Funding is limited and offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis.

What the scheme offers

  • a free home energy‑efficiency assessment
  • advice on the most effective improvements for your home
  • funding to help pay for upgrades that reduce heat loss, lower energy bills and improve comfort

Bristol City Leap will confirm what support and funding you’re eligible for.

How to apply

You’ll apply through City Leap, who manage the scheme and funding.

It helps to have the following information ready:

  • household income details
  • your home’s EPC rating (if you have one – if not, City Leap can help)
  • details of your heating system

Learn more and apply at Bristol City Leap

Other help with energy bills

If you’re struggling with energy costs, local and national support is available.

You can get advice on grants, discounts, insulation and help paying bills at Energy at Home – grants and support.