In August 2022, the Isle of Man Government announced £8 million of energy efficiency measures to help with rising energy costs. These measures include:
- Materials and equipment such as insulation, LED lightbulbs, draft excluders and thermostatic radiator valves will be available free of charge to those on lower incomes.
- A fund will be created to make the Island’s social housing stock more energy efficient.
- Subject to Tynwald approval, the Green Living Grant Scheme will be modified to include low-carbon heating alternatives such as air-source heat pumps.
- Two additional energy doctors will be employed to provide households and businesses with energy-saving assessments and advice.
These measures will help reduce energy demand, greenhouse gas emissions and assist with helping the Island achieve its target of net zero by 2050.
More information on how to reduce your energy usage and become more cost-effective here.