The Scottish Government has launched a new £34 million initiative to improve energy efficiency and the use of renewable technology for homeowners.

The Home Energy Scotland Loan Scheme allows property owners to apply for an interest free loan of up to £32,500 to install energy efficiency measures, such as external or internal wall insulation, double glazing, boilers, warm air units and other forms of renewable technology.


The scheme has been created by combining the Home Energy Efficiency Programme for Scotland Loans Scheme and the Home Energy Scotland Renewable Loan Scheme, with a 25% cash back offer for a limited time.

Energy Minister Paul Wheelhouse said the initiative "cuts red tape and expands the pot of funding available".

"The Home Energy Scotland Loan Scheme presents property owners with an ideal opportunity to install a variety of energy efficient measures and renewables technologies to make it easier and cheaper to keep their homes warm," he said.

"Combining previous loan schemes makes it easier for consumers to make all energy-related changes to their properties at the one time."

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