Fuel Poverty – Top Causes & Taking Action

Fuel poverty is a crisis that affects the most vulnerable members of our society. As fuel prices soar, more and more people face the choice between warmth and food. Heat or eat should never be a choice, but with the cost of living increasing, more and more tenants are falling victim to that impossible choice.

It is estimated that as of 2020, 13.2% of households in the UK were considered to be in ‘fuel poverty’ and with ever-increasing energy costs, this number is only expected to worsen this year.?

So what are the main reasons fuel poverty is experienced?

1.?????Low income

2.?????High fuel prices

3.?????Poor energy efficiency

4.?????Unaffordable housing prices

5.?????Poor quality private rental housing

6. Poor insulation and humidity levels

Many homes across the UK suffer from insufficient insulation, poor window sealing and draughty homes, as well as relying on old and unreliable heating systems that make it almost impossible to bring down the cost of bills. It is imperative that landlords and housing associations make smarter decisions about the way energy is used and measured in homes, to ensure that tenants have access to healthy and comfortable living situations.