Improving the energy efficiency of our existing housing stock is a key part of meeting the Scottish Government's statutory targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and fuel poverty in Scotland as much as possible.
As of 1 April 2022, all new tenancies in Scotland's private rented sector now require the property to have an EPC rating of at least D. You can find out more about these regulations on the Scottish Government's website.
There is a variety of help and support available to you as a private sector landlord in Scotland to improve the energy efficiency of the homes you let out and enhance their appeal to prospective tenants.
The Home Energy Scotland can provide you with free, expert and impartial advice on how to make your property more energy efficient as well as provide information about financial support that may be available. You can speak with an advisor on 0808 808 2282 or visit their website.
If you are interested in technologies such as solar panel, heat pumps or wind turbines, an assessment of renewable energy systems can also be undertaken on this visit.
Registered private landlords, acting either as an individual or a business, can apply for the Private Rented Sector Landlord Loan provided by Home Energy Scotland. The amount of loan on offer depends on which improvements landlords are making and how many properties they own.
Phone the Home Energy Scotland on 0808 808 2282 to apply or visit their website for more information.
Home Energy Advice Team
Kilncraigs, Greenside Street, Alloa, FK10 1EB
Tel: 01259 450000
Email: fuelenergyadvice@clacks.gov.uk