Earlier this year, West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA) partnered with social enterprise Lendology to deliver the Home Energy West Yorkshire initiative. Which provides low-interest loans to help residents make vital energy-efficiency upgrades.
On October 8th, Lendology executives Emma Lower and Ellie Lister visited the WYCA office in Leeds. They presented a £1,000 donation to Energy Heroes, a Leeds-based charity dedicated to educating schoolchildren about climate change and promoting sustainable habits from an early age.
The Home Energy West Yorkshire loan provides finance to homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. The loan can cover a range of measures, such as:
- Solar panels
- Heat Pumps
- Battery Storage
- Insulation enhancements
By making energy-efficient upgrades more accessible, the program supports the Combined Authority’s efforts to tackle the climate emergency while helping residents save on their energy bills.
Lendology’s donation will specifically fund a new initiative called Energy Heroes Television (EHTV). Through this project, Energy Heroes will work with local primary schools to produce short, pupil-led videos. It will give KS2 pupils a chance to share what they’ve learned about energy conservation and environmental protection.
Emma Lower, CEO of Lendology, added
“It’s so exciting to partner with West Yorkshire Combined Authority on the Home Energy West Yorkshire initiative, helping residents make sustainable home improvements that are both accessible and impactful. Supporting Energy Heroes with this donation is especially meaningful because it aligns with our mission to foster climate action at every level, from the youngest members of our community to homeowners investing in energy efficiency.”
The Home Energy West Yorkshire loan scheme is open to homeowners and private landlords across the region. For more details on the loan scheme, visit the West Yorkshire Combined Authority website or Lendology at https://www.lendology.org.uk/partner/view/wyca/
Representative Example (3.26% fixed interest rate, Representative 3.29% APR).
Borrow £15,000 over 10 years = £146.65 monthly repayments. Total amount repayable = £17,617.80. Loans are subject to status and are typically protected by a Title Restriction. A Title Restriction means that you may not be able to sell your home without our permission unless the loan is fully repaid. This is not a mortgage. Missing payments could affect your credit rating.
