The Business Energy Saving Scheme (BESS) offers 100% interest-free unsecured loan to all types of businesses seeking to make their operations more energy efficient and lower their energy costs. 

Benefits

• 100% unsecured interest-free loans
• Recently extended eligibility criteria 
• Fast-track options available 
• Simple payback process; loans are repaid over the period as the energy costs savings are made to the business

Features

• 100% interest-free unsecured loan towards the cost of energy efficiency projects
• Financial assistance starting from £1,000 up to £20,000 per project
• Five year payback period
• Fast-track application process for loans under £5,000
• Applicants can also complete a Business Improvement Scheme Environmental Efficiency project

Types of projects covered

A wide range of energy efficiency projects are eligible for support, including the following:

• Lighting & lighting controls
• Heating & heating controls
• Insulation upgrades
• Heat recovery systems
• Pipe insulation
• Solar heating systems, including solar panelling 
• Wind turbines
• Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points

Eligibility 

All applicants must complete an Application form, along with:

• 3 supplier quotes

For applications under £5,000: 

• Executive summary of the business
• Latest annual accounts

For applications over £5,000:

• Full business plan
• Last 3 years financial accounts

CASE STUDIES

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  "We took advantage of the business loan before we opened, knowing that we would be buying a high efficiency cooking range which is much more efficient than a traditional range. The process was simple and straightforward and has allowed us to save more than 40% on gas bills."

  Shane Hesketh, Fryers Fish & Chips