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What Energy Grants are Available in the UK?

Posted on 12th Mar 2026

Fuel poverty can affect anyone. If you’re struggling to keep your home warm or are worried about rising energy bills, help is at hand.

A range of government schemes, local authority funds and energy supplier grants are available to help households manage costs, improve energy efficiency and stay warm during the colder months.

Each scheme has different eligibility criteria, but most will require you to be on a low income or in receipt of certain benefits. This article looks at the schemes that are designed to help.

Energy Supplier Hardship Funds

Most energy suppliers offer their own grants for customers who are in energy debt or are struggling to pay their bills. It’s important to speak to them first, to see what help might be available. Read our blog about hardship funds to find out more.

Household Support Fund

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