Drayton has commented on the government’s response to the ECO4 and the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) mid-scheme changes.
Following feedback from the industry, the government has confirmed that it will proceed with the proposed approach that smart thermostats can be installed under GBIS as a secondary measure for owner-occupied households in the low-income group.
Andrew Baines, national sales manager at Drayton, said: “We are pleased to see the news that smart thermostats can now be installed through GBIS, specifically as a secondary measure for owner-occupier households in the low-income group.
“Smart thermostats, such as Wiser, increase cost savings, energy efficiency and control over heating systems for consumers, and we are pleased to see this benefit has been recognised by government through their latest consultation.
“However, in order to ensure the most effective measures are provided to all consumers, at Drayton we believe the government should make smart thermostats an eligible measure across all housing types and tenures in GBIS, not just for low-income owner-occupiers.”