Wicklow Households Encouraged To Explore Grants To Lower Energy Bills

Grants for solar, heat pumps and insulation can lower bills, make homes warmer, and put money back into people's pockets.

A Local representative is reminding households across Wicklow to take advantage of the wide range of Government-backed grants available to make their homes more energy efficient.

It comes as new figures show a record surge in applications for Energy Upgrade Grants.  Over 29,000 have been processed in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 96% on the same period last year.

Speaking today, Fine Gael TD said:

I am encouraging every household in Wicklow to look closely at the grants on offer and see what works for them. Whether it's attic insulation, new windows and doors, a heat pump, or solar panels, these upgrades can make a real and lasting difference to your energy bills and to the comfort of your home.

Deputy Timmins added some reassurance about energy bills saying:

In the midst of an ongoing energy crisis, the Government is here to help. By offering generous grants to lower bills and make homes warmer, we are putting money back into people's pockets while also cutting carbon emissions. This is a win-win for households. 

Grants currently available include:

• Attic insulation: up to €2,000 (€2,500 for first-time buyers)
• Wall insulation: up to €8,000
• Windows: up to €4,000 / Doors: up to €1,600
• Heat pump system: up to €12,500
• Heating controls: up to €700
• Solar PV: up to €1,800
• Solar thermal (hot water): up to €1,200

Deputy Edward Timmins also drew attention to the Warmer Homes Scheme, which provides free energy upgrades to vulnerable homeowners, including those in receipt of Fuel Allowance.