Snugg secures funding to create greener future
Snugg, the groundbreaking online service dedicated to facilitating energy-efficient homes for all, proudly announces the reception of a substantial grant from the Green Home Finance Accelerator (GHFA), an initiative by the UK Government. The GHFA, funded through the Net Zero Innovation Portfolio (NZIP), aims to promote the advancement of green finance products. This funding will be utilised to develop a pioneering 'Green Home Hub' (GHH), designed to enhance finance providers' understanding of customers exploring investments in home energy enhancements, such as solar panels and heat pumps, and to offer more appropriate products.
Snugg's ultimate goal is to ensure that energy-efficient homes become accessible and affordable to everyone. The GHFA grant represents a significant stride towards accomplishing this mission. Aligned with the UK Government's commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions, the GHFA initiative selected Snugg as one of 26 Discovery Phase projects nationwide, contributing to this crucial cause. Snugg's participation in the GHFA demonstrates its dedication to creating a more sustainable future for the UK.
The forthcoming Green Home Hub represents an innovative approach to supporting Snugg's partners, including banks and energy providers. It will provide valuable data insights, including:
- Accurate cost estimates (as high costs often deter people from implementing energy efficiency measures)
- Grant application wizard (to simplify the complex and challenging process of applying for grants)
- House value impact modeling (considering the significant impact on house prices when deciding on home energy improvements)
- Progress tracking and guidance (to instill confidence in substantial investments for energy efficiency improvements)
- Fuel savings monitoring (establishing a feedback loop through smart meters, enabling gradual implementation of efficiency plans)
- Carbon reduction tracking (offering financial benefits to individuals contributing to carbon reduction)
The Green Home Hub will be licensed to partners, allowing Snugg to extend its influence and make a substantial environmental impact by reaching thousands more homeowners throughout the UK.
By addressing the barriers homeowners face when contemplating energy-efficient upgrades, the Green Home Hub aims to empower financial providers to better understand their customers and develop more suitable products, ranging from mortgages to savings accounts. The objective is to transform energy-efficiency upgrades into a clear choice rather than a convoluted decision.
Snugg eagerly seeks collaboration with decision-makers in the finance, energy, and related sectors who are interested in utilising the Green Home Hub to support their customers' transition to more energy-efficient homes. Interested parties are encouraged to reach out and join Snugg in turning this vision into a reality.
Lord Callanan, Minister for Energy Efficiency and Green Finance, commented, "The government has established long-term commitments to ensure homes across the country improve energy efficiency, reducing bills, energy consumption, and emissions. We are supporting these organisations in developing fresh and innovative approaches to provide greater access to energy efficiency measures like loft insulation, double glazing, and heat pumps."
Snugg CEO, Robin Peters, expressed enthusiasm, stating, "Securing the Green Home Finance Accelerator grant is a thrilling milestone in our mission to make home energy efficiency simple and accessible to all. With the development of the Green Home Hub, we are poised to revolutionise the perception of home energy investment, transforming it from a seemingly impossible decision to an absolute no-brainer. We have already aligned our efforts with key players like Trustmark, Nesta, and HSBC. Now, we eagerly seek collaboration with additional industry participants as we strive to reach thousands more homeowners and accelerate our collective journey towards achieving Net Zero."
For further information, please contact: sophie.leang@snuggenergy.com, Tel: +44(0)7496 534 611.
