The Better Energy Homes Scheme is administered by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) on behalf of my Department. The Better Energy Homes Scheme provides a financial incentive to private homeowners who wish to improve the energy performance of their home. Fixed grants covering 30% of the works are provided towards the cost of a range of measures including attic insulation, wall insulation, heating systems upgrades, solar thermal panels and accompanying Building Energy Rating (BER).
In 2018, 14,238 homes received energy efficiency grants worth €17.21million.
The specific information requested is set out in the following table.
Better Energy Homes Scheme | 2017 | 2018 |
| No. of Homes Completed | No. of Homes Completed |
Roof Insulation | 4,498 | 3,248 |
Cavity Wall Insulation | 3,869 | 2,553 |
Dry Lining Insulation | 618 | 434 |
External Wall Insulation | 1,183 | 1,174 |