10,810 Homes in Clare Benefit from Energy Schemes since 2009

Issued : Wednesday 11 March, 2015

A total of 10,810 homes in Clare have benefitted from the government’s Better Energy Homes and Warmer Homes schemes since 2009.

The figures, which have just been released, demonstrate the successful take-up of the schemes in Clare.

Overall, 8,294 local households availed of the 'Better Energy Homes' scheme, while

2,516 have benefitted from 'Better Energy Warmer Homes'.

The figures reflect total uptake in the county during the period 2009 - when the schemes were first introduced - to the end of January 2015.

Better Energy Warmer Homes Scheme relates to free home energy upgrades, while the popular Better Energy Home scheme involves grants for insulation and heating upgrades.

Deputy Michael McNamara said, “These latest figures show the government’s success in reducing energy costs for families in Clare and improving comfort levels within their homes. The schemes incentivise homes to become energy efficient by providing a cash grant or services, such as attic insulation and cavity wall insulation, at no cost to the household. 

“I want to thank my colleague, the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources, Alex White for continuing to fund this important programme despite budget pressures within his Department.  

“These figures prove the Labour Party is dedicated to ensuring a high quality of living for Irish people. I believe that a warm home is a basic human right that every citizen in Ireland deserves. These schemes prevent people from being plunged into energy poverty while also ensuring they stay warm in their homes.”