Mike Thornton

next two years and will result in thousands of households saving energy, money and living in warmer, more efficient homes.”

The scheme received 75 applications in this round from a wide range of charities, seeking over £14 million in funding.

Katie Reville, development officer for the scheme, said: “Reading through the applications was truly inspiring, as there is so much amazing work going on across England, Scotland and Wales to reduce fuel poverty and help people engage with the rapidly changing energy marketplace.

“We could only fund 15 projects in this round, but thankfully we’re about to launch Round 3, with a further pot of £500,000, yesterday.”