Individuals and households
Updated July 23 2025
Support funds are now open for 2025/26. Customers who have previously registered an interest have been notified and invited to apply. Funding is limited and will be provided on a first come first served basis.
Please note that the total amount of funding available is lower than in previous years and will be provided on a first come first served basis.
Low Emission Zone Support Fund for Households:
The Low Emission Zone Support Fund is funded by Transport Scotland and administered by the Energy Saving Trust. It offers an incentive for low-income households within a 20km radius of the low emission zones, up to £3,000 towards the safe disposal of non-compliant vehicles:
- £2,000 is available to eligible households who dispose of their non-compliant vehicle at a鈥�. The applicant must live close to a Scottish low emission zone and be in receipt of specific means-tested benefits.鈥�
- Travel Better grants of up to £500 will also be made available for each adult in your household. A maximum of £1,000 per household applies.鈥�
How to apply
You can find out more information and check your eligibility before applying online at the dedicated webpage .
- 0808 108 9414
- LEZfund@est.org.uk.
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- e-bikes
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- adapted cycles
- electric vehicles and chargers
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