The Affordable Warmth Scheme (AWS) designed to help those on lower incomes, and who are living in private accommodation, with the costs of energy efficiency measures, has been extended for a further two years.

Changes to the AWS have now come into effect from 01 September 2023.

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Funded by the Department for Communities, the AWS will be delivered by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive (NIHE).

A total of £14 million is available this year for energy efficiency works to the homes of fuel poor households.

You may be entitled to help under the AWS if you:

• Own your own home and occupy it as your sole or main residence, or rent from a Private Sector landlord

• Have a total gross annual household income of less than £23,000.

Individuals can now apply to the scheme through the Northern Ireland Energy Advice Service.