Electric Heating Grant Guide

Best Green Grant for Electric Heating in Scotland

For properties with electric heating (storage heaters, direct electric, etc.), the HES heat pump grant delivers the biggest running cost savings of any fuel type. Electric heating is typically the most expensive to run — a heat pump can cut costs by 60-75%. Access up to £18,000 in support.

Winner: HES Heat Pump Grant

Standard Properties
£15,000
£7,500 grant + £7,500 interest-free loan
Rural & Island Properties
£18,000
£9,000 grant + £9,000 interest-free loan

Why Electric Heating Benefits Most

Biggest saving of any fuel: Electric typically costs £3,000-£4,500/year — heat pump £1,200-£1,800/year

Payback period: 3-5 years with HES grant, faster than any other fuel type

No fuel delivery: Continue using electricity grid, just 3-4x more efficiently

Typical Savings for Electric Properties

Electric storage heaters or direct electric heating can cost £3,000-£4,500 per year in a typical Scottish home. A heat pump in the same home typically costs £1,200-£1,800 per year — saving £1,800-£2,700 annually.

5-year saving estimate
£9,000 - £13,500

Cut Your Electric Heating Bills by 60-75%

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