Retrofit programmes are government-funded (someone, utility-funded) schemes that help households improve the energy efficiency of their homes, things like insulation, heating upgrades, or ventilation improvements.
Here are a few examples:
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ECO (Energy Company Obligation): A UK-wide scheme where energy suppliers fund energy-saving upgrades in homes, especially for people on lower incomes or in hard-to-heat properties.
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GBIS (Great British Insulation Scheme): A newer scheme focused on delivering insulation measures to a wider group of households, including some not eligible under ECO.
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Warm Homes Programme: Local or national programmes (often run by councils or devolved governments) that provide funding and support to improve home energy efficiency and reduce fuel poverty.
These schemes are designed to lower energy bills, make homes more comfortable, and reduce carbon emissions. Shared Works helps councils and contractors deliver them more effectively, and helps residents track their application and upgrades from start to finish.