Recommendation 26

Given the importance of the public taking action to improve the energy efficiency of their homes, and a real-term decrease in the budget for 2026-2027 for energy efficiency and decarbonisation the Committee recommends that the Scottish Government looks more widely than Home Energy Scotland to meet the demand for advice and guidance. It should actively explore how to foster the 'one-stop shops' suggested by witnesses which could provide tailored support for improvement projects. The approach in Ireland may provide a useful exemplar.