A family’s decision to cut their carbon footprint has seen their home leap from an EPC Band D to Band A – and they credit local community lender Lendology for making it possible.
Mike and his family wanted to install solar panels, but the upfront costs were a stretch too far. A home energy loan from Lendology CIC – a not-for-profit community lender that works in partnership with local councils – helped them bridge the gap: ‘They couldn’t have been more helpful,’ said Mike. ‘Without their support, I don’t think we could have done it.’
The new system generates enough electricity to meet the family’s needs and will support a heat pump installation too.
Lendology’s people-first approach is proving vital as energy bills rise and rural homes face retrofit challenges.
Last year, the organisation delivered more than £3.6 million in affordable loans to more than 400 homeowners across the South West – half of those were for renewable and energy efficiency improvements.
Now working with 20 local authorities, Lendology is part of a wider community finance partnership alongside SWIG Finance and Great Western Credit Union. Together, they’ve delivered £30 million in impact-led funding across the region, supporting households and small businesses often overlooked by mainstream lenders.
For homeowners looking to future-proof their properties or fund essential improvements, Lendology offers a fair, accessible alternative – one that is helping Dorset households build warmer, greener, more resilient homes.
To check eligibility or find out more, visit lendology.org.uk.
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