The Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, you could get a grant to cover part of the cost of replacing fossil fuel heating systems with a heat pump or biomass boiler. The grant currently is worth £7500 or from 21 July 2026 to 31 March 2027, eligible off-gas grid properties can get a £9,000 grant for air source or ground source heat pumps. This covers almost all homes in Littlebury parish.
Heat Essex
HEAT Essex is a countywide partnership helping residents make their homes warmer, healthier and more energy-efficient. They provide grants and professional advice for
- Solar PV Systems
- Battery Storage
- High Heat Retention Storage Heaters
- First-Time Central Heating Systems
- Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation
- Boiler Upgrades (to Renewable Heating Systems Only)
- Air Source Heat Pumps
The programme is delivered by Happy Energy Solutions Ltd in partnership with Essex County Council, working alongside local councils, community organisations and trusted local installers across the county.
Switch Together Essex
A group buying scheme for solar panels for residents and businesses
If you live or run a business in Essex you can register for ‘Switch Together’, a group buying scheme for Solar PV, Home batteries and Air Source Heat Pumps.
The Essex County Council (ECC) scheme helps buyers through the process of purchasing high quality solar panels, offering lower prices than the open market and pairing up residents with trusted suppliers. Switch Together helps residents to save money on both installation and future energy bills.
Zero Carbon Communities Grant
The Zero Carbon Communities Grant Fund is open to community groups and parish and town councils, with grants of up to £20,000 available.
Projects might include:
other projects – such as waste reduction projects or community initiatives that promote sustainable lifestyle choices
community buildings – for example, energy conservation or efficiency measures
nature and biodiversity projects – this could include community allotment projects, or the restoration, creation or enhancement of a community nature area