Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: December 3, 2024

Purpose: To update Cabinet on the current progress of the Energy Company Obligation 4 Local Authority Eligibility Flexibility Scheme (ECO4 Flex) and to request approval on an amendment to Torfaen County Borough Councils (TCBC) Statement of Intent (SOI), which will include the Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) and an additional route to supporting eligible households.

Content: Cabinet agreed to approve: ·         The proposals for amending the Statement of Intent to include GBIS in its Flex delivery. ·         Torfaen County Borough Council to work in partnership with Warm Wales as an additional ECO4 Flex delivery partner. ·         That future amendments of a minor nature to the scheme can be made via agreement from the Strategic Director Economy and Environment without the need to be brought before Cabinet unless felt necessary by the responsible Strategic Director.     REASON FOR DECISION: As set out in the report. CONSULTATION: As set out in the report. MEMBERS’ INTERESTS: None.