Grants worth £3.5m unveiled for greener home heating

More than 700 households in Jersey have so far received financial support to move to low-carbon heating systems, with further funds expected to be released in 2026.

The government has been offering grants since May 2023 to help islanders replace oil- and gas-powered boilers with cleaner alternatives. To date, the initiative has awarded more than £3.5m in support.

According to officials, the installation of heat pumps and electric flow boilers under the scheme has already prevented an estimated 2,600 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent emissions*.

Homeowners can access up to £9,000 toward a heat pump and up to £4,000 for an electric flow boiler, while low-income households are eligible for grants of up to £15,000. Ministers say the programme offers multiple benefits, including lower emissions, improved efficiency and potential savings on energy bills.

Of the 709 applications approved, 134 have been for air-source heat pumps, 504 for electric flow boilers and 71 for direct-acting electric heating. The upgrades have replaced 380 oil systems, 328 gas systems and one solid-fuel setup.

Environment Minister Deputy Steve Luce urged residents to consider how low-carbon options could work for their homes.

“Every property is different, and so is the ideal heating system,” he said. “Low-carbon technologies can be tailored to suit your home, offering comfort and efficiency built around your needs.”

*Based on average household energy use before and after installation, using Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) data.