Frequently Asked Questions

SHDF has been set up to improve the energy performance of social homes in England that are currently below EPC standards. The fund will therefore improve the energy efficiency of these homes, tackle fuel poverty, support the sector in retrofitting housing stock, create jobs and ultimately improve the standards of comfort and well being for social housing tenants.

Local Authorities, Combined Authorities, Registered Providers of social housing and Registered Charities that own social housing can apply directly for SHDF Wave 3 Funding, or as part of a consortium such as Fusion21.

Arms length management organisations (ALMOs) that are not registered
providers, can apply as part of a consortium led by an organisation that is eligible to lead an application. 

£500 million is being made available for local authorities across England as part of a new local authority retrofit scheme. This funding is expected to be delivered from 2025-2028.

This new local authority retrofit scheme will provide energy performance upgrades and low carbon heating to private, low-income households in England to tackle fuel poverty and to progress Net Zero 2050 targets.

Congratulations! 

• Once awarded funding do not wait to deliver – don’t waste time.
• Ensure your property data is accurate and in date, it really does matter.
• Partner with a contractor to assist with project delivery