Scottish social housing providers awarded £19m from Social Housing Net Zero Fund

The Scottish Government has provided £19 million to 27 different projects in the latest round of its Social Housing Net Zero Heat Fund. The improvements range from the installation of external and cavity wall insulation and double or triple glazing to individual and communal heat pumps, solar PV and battery storage.

The government says in total this will benefit 2,300 social homes from Shetland to Dumfries & Galloway.

Housing Secretary Màiri McAllan said since 2021, almost £90 million of funding has been provided to social housing providers. She said:

We are absolutely determined to tackle the twin challenges of cutting fuel poverty and reducing emissions from our homes and buildings, which can be particularly challenging with housing that is older or more difficult to heat because of its location or construction. I’m therefore delighted that we’ve been able to support so many social landlords to make these vital improvements. Emissions are being reduced and tenants are already benefiting from warmer homes and significant reductions in their energy bills, helping to take many households out of fuel poverty.”

Cloch Housing Association was one of the biggest recipients, with a grant of £3.1m to support the installation of high-performance doors and triple-glazed windows to more than 550 properties in Inverclyde.

Robert Pollock, Director of Assets, Cloch Housing Association said:

Tenant feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with residents reporting significant reductions in external noise and improved heat retention within their homes. These enhancements are making a meaningful contribution to addressing fuel poverty by enabling tenants to heat their properties more efficiently and affordably.

He added:

The resulting reduction in heating demand is delivering welcome carbon savings, aligning with our broader commitment to sustainable and resilient communities. We are grateful for the scheme’s support in enabling these improvements that deliver lasting benefits for our tenants and the environment.”

Details of the funded projects to-date.