The Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has released the first statistics for the government’s Green Deal (GD), which provides finance to those seeking to install energy saving measures and renewable energy technologies.
Between the start of the scheme and the end of February, 1803 GD assessments have been lodged, 77 GD Assessor organisations have been accredited with the scheme, along with 619 GD advisors. The number of GD providers has grown to 40 from the eight seen at the end of October 2012, while the number of accredited installer organisations has risen from 231 to 629 over the same period. The release also states that £26.9 million worth of contracts have been let through the Energy Company Obligation (ECO) brokerage system.
Commenting on the statistics, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said: “We’re seeing clear signs of a promising new market gathering momentum.
"In little more than a month, there have been 1,803 Green Deal assessments and that shows genuine interest from consumers. Some householders in older properties, and those on benefits or low incomes may qualify for extra financial assistance from the new Energy Company Obligation, and this has also started really well with £26.9 million worth of contracts signed.
“We have created the Green Deal to overhaul our inefficient housing stock and help people keep their homes warm, while also reducing their energy bills. And as the market builds and awareness of the Green Deal increases, I am confident that consumer interest will grow and grow.
“The Green Deal will also cut our carbon and create skilled jobs in the process. The number of businesses getting on board is increasing daily – highlighting the growing confidence that the Green Deal offers fantastic new opportunities. 40 firms are already authorised as providers, with a further 629 registered to carry out installations and 619 individuals registered to offer assessments. This underlines that the Green Deal is very much up and running.”
