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What measures can I have installed?

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Depending on your local authority and eligibilty, there are a number of energy efficiency measures you could have installed at your home.

We have supported thousands of householders across Scotland to install energy efficiency measures such as solar panels, air source heat pumps and different types of wall insulation.

Internal wall insulation

Internal wall insulation is like putting a vest on your home. This is added to the interior of your property.

 

Internal wall insulation

External wall insulation

External wall insulation is like putting a jumper on your home. A layer of insulation material is fixed to the outer walls, and then covered with render or cladding.

External wall insulation

Cavity wall insulation

Most homes built after 1920 have cavity walls. This means there are two layers of wall – the outer and the inner – with a gap between them called the cavity.

Cavity wall insulation

Solar panels and battery storage

Solar panels catch the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity. The energy produced during the day is then stored in battery to be used during the evening and night-time.  

Solar panels and battery storage

Air source heat pump

Air source heat pumps use the air outside to heat our homes.

Air source heat pumps

Case studies

Construction worker on scaffolding. Resurfacing a property to improve the energy efficiency.

Changeworks and City of Edinburgh Council insulate homes in Oxgangs

‘No downside’ to internal wall insulation 

Borders homeowners save money on heating with external wall insulation

“Don’t throw the letter in the bin!”

Changeworks and Glen Housing Association: Net Zero Pathways
Row of houses. Like all houses in Scotland, these will be affected by the heat in buildings bill

Changeworks and Melville Housing Association install energy efficiency measures for tenants

Changeworks and Moray Council install energy efficiency measures for tenants

Edinburgh householder ‘delighted’ with external wall insulation work
Outside view of a tenement flat with sash windows

Internal wall insulation helping householder feel more comfortable
An air source heat pump surrounded by foliage

New air source heat pump has ‘transformed’ householder’s life
An air source heat pump surrounded by foliage

Plug-in heater out, heat pump in for Borders couple

Depending on your local authority and eligibilty, there are a number of energy efficiency measures you could have installed at your home.

Register your interest in EES: ABS here

Useful pages

Saving energy in the home

Saving energy in the home is good for our pocket and the planet. There are lots of little changes we can make – many costing us nothing at all – that can add up to big savings.

Energy bills and your supplier

From getting to know all the charges that appear on your energy bill to the best ways to find out about your rights, our advice and support can help you take control.

Financial support

Financial support is out there, whether you’re struggling with your energy bills or looking into funding for renewable heating systems. Our guides cover what financial support is available, and how to apply.   

Managing your heating

The more familiar you are with your heating systems, the better. Use our guides to take control of the heat in your home and use it more efficiently.

Templates for writing to your energy supplier

We’ve put together several templates to help you write to your energy supplier. The templates cover common energy supply issues and can be used for emails, webchats, or letters.

Get a retrofit

If you’re thinking of retrofitting your home to make it more energy efficient, Changeworks has a number of funded and self-funded options available.