Energy and sustainability
Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme
The Scottish Government has awarded funding to help us deliver energy efficiency programmes in the Highlands as part of the Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme (EES:ABS).
The area based programmes aim to:
- Target fuel-poor areas
- Offer insulation measures (Internal or External Wall Insulation, Room in Roof Insulation, Underfloor Insulaiton, Flat Roof Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation and Loft Insulation)
- Heat your property through an Air Source Heat Pump
- Offer Solar PV & Battery Storage
These measures are eligible for:
- Scottish Government EES:ABS grant
An owner's contribution may be required to cover the remainder of the cost for installation.
Funding is available from the Scottish Government for the installation of measures including:
- Scottish Government Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme (EES:ABS) grant – based on property eligibility criteria
Eligibility criteria:
- Council Tax Band A, B or C (D applicable where Energy Perforance Certificate rating is D, E, F or G)
- Own or privately rent your property
- The property is your main residence and not a second home or B&B
- Please complete the pre-qualification form below to find out if you are eligible
Contact us and further information
For more information and to find out if you're eligible to apply, read our Funding route map or EES:ABS information flyer
If you have previously submitted a pre-qualification form or would like to understand the process in more detail, please refer to our Customer journey leaflet
If you have a question relating to the EES:ABS programme or are looking for general energy advice, please contact EES-ABS@highland.gov.uk.
Fill in the pre-qualification form
If you would like any further information on other government schemes, visit Home Energy Scotland or call them on 0808 808 2282.
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