--- title: "Battery Storage Grants UK 2026 | Free + £2,500 Available" url: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/battery-storage/grants-2026 description: "Battery storage is covered by the Warm Homes Plan for low-income households. Heat battery grants of £2,500 launch in 2026/27. Check eligibility for free home batteries." lang: en-GB --- Battery Grants Guide # Home Battery Grants 2026 Home battery storage qualifies for free installation under the Warm Homes: Local Grant for low-income households. A new £2,500 grant for heat batteries launches in 2026/27. Check Eligibility: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility Get Free Quote: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/free-quote ## Current Battery Storage Funding Options | Funding Route | Amount | Availability | Eligibility | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Warm Homes: Local Grant | Free (up to £30,000 total) | Now | Low-income households | | Heat Battery Grant | £2,500 | Late 2026/early 2027 | All homeowners | | Consumer Loan Scheme | Government-backed loan | April 2027 | All homeowners | | 0% VAT | 0% (included in price) | Now | All residential | ## Warm Homes: Local Grant (Free Batteries) Low-income households can receive free battery storage as part of a Warm Homes: Local Grant energy upgrade package. ### How It Works Battery storage is included alongside other measures: - Solar PV panels - Insulation (wall, floor, roof) - Heat pumps (if off-gas) - Smart controls The grant covers 100% of costs for eligible households—no contribution required. ### Typical Battery Value Solar panels (10 panels) £9,000-£10,000 Battery storage (5kWh) £3,500-£4,500 Installation and certification Included Total package value £12,500-£14,500 You pay: £0 ### Eligibility Requirements #### Income criteria (one of): - Household income at or below £36,000 per year, OR - Receipt of means-tested benefits (Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Housing Benefit, etc.) #### Property criteria (all of): - EPC rating of D, E, F, or G - Owner-occupied or private rental (landlord permission needed) - Located in England **Note:** The retrofit assessor determines which measures suit your property. Battery storage is typically included when solar panels are recommended. Check your eligibility: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility How to apply: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-local-grant-apply ## Heat Battery Grant (£2,500) A new £2,500 grant for heat batteries launches through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme in 2026/27. ### What Is a Heat Battery? Heat batteries store thermal energy (heat) rather than electrical energy. They: - Store excess solar or cheap-rate electricity as heat - Release heat for hot water and space heating - Work alongside heat pumps or solar thermal Heat batteries differ from standard home batteries (which store electrical energy). ### Grant Details Grant amount £2,500 Launch date Late 2026 / early 2027 Scheme Boiler Upgrade Scheme extension Eligibility Expected to match BUS criteria Installer requirement MCS-certified ### Who Should Consider Heat Batteries? Heat batteries suit: Homes with heat pumps (store cheap-rate heat) Properties with solar thermal systems Off-gas homes with high hot water demand Those wanting thermal storage over electrical For most solar panel owners, standard electrical batteries remain more versatile. ## Consumer Loan Scheme (April 2027) Government-backed financing for battery storage launches in April 2027. ### What's Planned Loan type Zero or low-interest Total funding £1.7 billion (all technologies) Technologies covered Solar, batteries, heat pumps Target market Homeowners above low-income threshold Launch April 2027 ### How It Will Work Apply through participating lenders Government guarantee reduces interest rate Monthly repayments offset by energy savings Battery storage eligible alongside or separately from solar ### Expected Loan Terms | Term | Expected Rate | | --- | --- | | 1-2 years | 0% | | 3-5 years | 2-5% | | 5-10 years | 4-8% | Full details confirmed following 2026 consultation. Learn more about Consumer Loan Scheme (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/consumer-loan-scheme) ## 0% VAT on Battery Storage All home battery storage installations qualify for 0% VAT—this isn't a grant but reduces costs by 20%. ### Eligibility Property type Residential Installation type Professional installation Applies to Battery, inverter, installation labour Valid until March 2027 (expected extension) ### Impact on Cost Before VAT Relief £4,800 (inc 20% VAT) With 0% VAT £4,000 Savings £800 All Greentech Renewables quotes include 0% VAT pricing. ## What Grants Are NOT Available ### No Standalone Battery Grant for Higher Earners Households above the £36,000 income threshold cannot currently access grants specifically for battery storage. Options are: - • Wait for Consumer Loan Scheme (April 2027) - • Use installer 0% finance (available now) - • Install battery with solar (better overall value) ### No ECO4 for Batteries The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) scheme does not cover battery storage. ECO4 focuses on insulation and heating measures only. ### No BUS Grant for Electrical Batteries The Boiler Upgrade Scheme covers heat pumps and biomass boilers—not electrical battery storage. The new heat battery grant (£2,500) is the only BUS extension for storage. ## Best Routes to Affordable Battery Storage ### 1 If You're Low-Income 1. 1. Check Warm Homes: Local Grant eligibility → Eligibility checker (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility) 2. 2. Apply through your local council 3. 3. Receive free solar + battery package ### 2 If You're Above Income Threshold #### Option A: Install with Solar Now - • Marginal battery cost: £1,000-£1,500 when added to solar - • Use 0% finance to spread cost - • Don't wait for loans that may not improve significantly #### Option B: Wait for Consumer Loan Scheme - • Launches April 2027 - • May offer better terms than current finance - • But you miss 14+ months of savings #### Option C: Use Current 0% Finance - • Available now from Greentech Renewables - • 0% APR over 1-2 years - • Start saving immediately Calculate finance options (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/finance-calculator) ### 3 If You're Retrofitting No specific grants for battery retrofit. Options: - Warm Homes: Local Grant (if eligible) - 0% finance through installer - Consumer Loan Scheme (from April 2027) Adding battery to existing solar (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/battery-storage/add-to-existing-solar) ## Upcoming Changes to Watch ### 2026 Consultation The government will consult on: - • Consumer Loan Scheme details - • Whether loans extend to landlords - • Interaction with other schemes ### 2027 Launch - • Consumer Loan Scheme begins (April 2027) - • Heat battery grants available - • Potential expanded eligibility ### Regional Schemes Some local authorities offer additional support: - • Greater Manchester Green Homes Grant - • London Warmer Homes - • Various council-specific programmes Check your local authority website for area-specific funding. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Can I get a free battery from the government? Yes, if you're a low-income household (income below £36,000 or receiving benefits). The Warm Homes: Local Grant covers battery storage as part of home energy upgrade packages. ### Is there a grant for adding battery to existing solar? Not specifically. Low-income households may qualify for Warm Homes: Local Grant. Others should use 0% finance or wait for Consumer Loan Scheme (April 2027). ### What's the heat battery grant? A £2,500 grant for heat batteries (thermal storage) launching in late 2026/early 2027 through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. This is separate from electrical battery storage. ### When does the Consumer Loan Scheme start? April 2027, following consultation in 2026. ### Is VAT charged on battery storage? No. Home battery storage qualifies for 0% VAT on both equipment and installation. ## Related Pages Warm Homes Plan Guide: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan Warm Homes Plan Eligibility: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-plan-eligibility How to Apply: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/warm-homes-local-grant-apply Consumer Loan Scheme: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants/consumer-loan-scheme Government Grants Overview: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/grants Battery Storage Cost UK: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/battery-storage/cost-uk Battery Storage Savings: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/battery-storage/savings Adding Battery to Existing Solar: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/battery-storage/add-to-existing-solar Finance Calculator: https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/finance-calculator ## Check Your Grant Eligibility Find out if you qualify for free battery storage or the best financing options for your home energy upgrade. ## Accreditations Image: Our Accreditations: HIES Consumer Code, TSI Approved Code, TrustMark Government Endorsed Quality, Green Deal Approved, MCS Certified, NAPIT (https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/assets/solar-accreditations-CbjEg9cO.png) Public Liability Insurance – Tradesman Saver £5,000,000 – GREE55TR01 Employers Liability Insurance – Tradesman Saver £10,000,000 – GREE55TR01 Professional Indemnity – Tradesman Saver £250,000 – GREE55TR01 ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "LocalBusiness", "@id": "https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/#localbusiness", "name": "Greentech Renewables Ltd", "alternateName": "Greentech Renewables", "image": "https://www.greentechrenewables.co.uk/logo.png", "description": "MCS-certified solar panel, battery storage, heat pump and EV charger installer based in Greater Manchester, serving the North West and the UK. 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