The Energy Saving Trust (EST) is an independent, non-profit organisation that works with governments, businesses, communities and households to encourage energy efficiency and support the transition to lower-carbon technologies.

Unlike grant schemes that provide direct funding, Energy Saving Trust acts as an advice and delivery organisation, helping people access support programmes, grants, loans and energy-saving initiatives across the UK.

The organisation works with national and regional governments and helps deliver several major programmes linked to home energy improvements, renewable technologies and low-carbon transport.

In Scotland, Energy Saving Trust delivers services such as Home Energy Scotland and Local Energy Scotland, while across the UK it supports a range of transport and energy initiatives.

What Support Could Be Available?

Energy Saving Trust supports a wide range of programmes and services.

Advice & Household Support

Support may include:

  • Free guidance on insulation and heating improvements
  • Advice on reducing household energy use
  • Renewable technology information
  • Home energy efficiency support
  • Energy-saving tools and calculators
  • Guidance on grants and funding routes

Renewable Energy & Home Improvements

Support may include information and administration relating to:

  • Solar PV systems
  • Solar thermal technologies
  • Heat pumps
  • Biomass systems
  • Wind technologies
  • Energy efficiency improvements

Electric Vehicles & Transport

Energy Saving Trust also supports low-carbon transport programmes including:

  • EV charging guidance
  • Workplace charging support
  • Home charging information
  • Electric vehicle advice
  • Low-carbon transport initiatives
  • E-bike and transport programmes in some regions

Who Could Access Support?

Support depends on the programme being delivered.

Services may be available for:

  • Homeowners
  • Private tenants
  • Landlords
  • Businesses
  • Public sector organisations
  • Community groups
  • Charities
  • Local authorities

Different eligibility requirements apply depending on the specific programme.

What Does Energy Saving Trust Actually Do?

Energy Saving Trust helps people:

  • Understand available grants and support
  • Access government-backed programmes
  • Learn about renewable technologies
  • Improve energy efficiency
  • Reduce energy costs and carbon emissions
  • Find information on transport and charging initiatives

Rather than being a single grant scheme, EST acts as a support organisation helping deliver and manage multiple programmes.

How To Access Support

Household Energy Advice – Scotland

Home Energy Scotland:

Telephone: 0808 808 2282

Community Energy Projects – Scotland

Local Energy Scotland:

Telephone: 0808 808 2288

General Support

Energy Saving Trust provides information, advice and support through national and regional programmes.

Available services can vary depending on location and scheme availability.

Additional Information

  • Energy Saving Trust is an organisation, not a grant itself
  • Support can include advice, loans and programme delivery
  • Services differ across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
  • Multiple government-backed schemes are delivered through EST partnerships
  • Eligibility depends on the specific support programme

Need Information On Current Grants & Support?

Funding arrangements and available schemes can change over time.

Contact Grants Gateway to discuss current grants and support routes that may apply to household, business or property circumstances.

Available support and eligibility requirements can vary depending on location and individual circumstances.