Energy Company Obligation 4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme Consultation on mid-scheme changes
This consultation is open for responses
Respond to this consultationSummary
DESNZ consults on mid-scheme changes to ECO4 and GBIS, including pay-for-performance measures. The consultation covers modifications to current requirements and new performance-based elements to help reach the 2030 fuel poverty target of band C homes. Responses close date not specified in the excerpt.
Why it matters
Redistributive measure that treats symptoms of expensive energy rather than addressing supply or market structure. As such, these modifications to existing supplier obligations reallocate costs within the current framework without changing the underlying drivers of energy costs.
Key facts
- •ECO4 and GBIS mid-scheme modifications proposed
- •Pay-for-performance element introduced
- •Target: fuel poor homes to band C by 2030
- •Consultation published 14 November 2024
Areas affected
Related programmes
Memo
> 20 November 2024 > > Options Assessment added to the [GOV.UK page](https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/energy-company-obligation-4-and-the-great-british-insulation-scheme-mid-scheme-changes). We’re seeking views on the additions and updates to the current iteration of the Energy Company Obligation scheme (ECO4) and Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS). This consultation is separated into two parts. * Part 1: Mid-scheme changes to current requirements * Part 2: Pay-For-Performance The changes we are proposing through this consultation would help to ensure ECO4 and GBIS support our statutory objectives of improving as many fuel poor homes to band C by 2030 as is reasonably practicable and reaching net zero by 2050. The consultation is open to all but of particular relevance to: * Energy suppliers * Energy efficiency measure installers * Energy efficiency measure manufacturers and associated software developers * Local authorities * Consumer groups * Academic groups We would like to hear from a wide range of stakeholders, including consumer representatives, energy suppliers and those with an interest in energy efficiency and fuel poverty policies. Read the [consultation document on GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/energy-company-obligation-4-and-the-great-british-insulation-scheme-mid-scheme-changes).