Shropshire Towns and Rural (STAR) Housing, an arm's-length management organisation of Shropshire Council, is pleased to announce the receipt of a £9.4 million grant from the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3. STAR Housing and Shropshire Council will complement this investment with over £11 million of additional funds, resulting in a total investment exceeding £20 million. This significant investment will be dedicated to enhancing the energy efficiency of no less than 1,300 affordable homes managed by Shropshire Council, further demonstrating the council's and STAR Housing’s commitment to sustainable living and resident well-being.
The secured funding allows STAR Housing and Shropshire Council to implement retrofit decarbonisation measures like energy-efficient heating, enhanced insulation, and solar panels. These upgrades aim to reduce carbon emissions, lower residents' energy bills, and promote a sustainable future for Shropshire.
Harpreet Rayet, Managing Director at STAR Housing said:
"Securing this funding will contribute to improving the energy efficiency of over 1,300 homes in Shropshire. This initiative aims to assist residents with the cost of living while reducing environmental impact. It demonstrates how STAR Housing and Shropshire Council are working towards a more sustainable future for our communities."
STAR Housing and Shropshire Council aim to support community-led affordable housing and allocate social housing to those in need.
The project will start in summer 2025 and finish by 2028. Residents impacted will receive direct information about the improvements and benefits from this summer.
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