The most energy efficient homes in the UK could save up to £550 per year by implementing efficient insulation measures. In June 2010 the government demanded that energy suppliers work harder to insulate lofts and walls especially for those in low-income households so that savings can be made on energy bills.
15% of homes helped will be the lowest income households and energy companies will no longer be allowed to promote compact florescent lamps in order to prioritise insulation. Up to 3.5mn homes across the UK are likely to benefit from improved insulation measures and the plans are expected to give a huge boost to the insulation industry through the Green Deal.