Heumen launches major insulation drive to cut energy costs for low-income households
Residents in Heumen with poorly insulated homes could save up to 80% on insulation costs under a new municipal initiative. The programme targets low-energy-label homes, offering financial aid and expert advice to reduce energy bills and improve living comfort.
| Key Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | National Insulation Programme (NIP) |
| Municipality | Heumen (Gelderland) |
| Target Areas | Overasselt, Malden, Nederasselt |
| Eligibility | Homes with low energy labels (E, F, G) and low WOZ value |
| Subsidy | Up to 80% for insulation measures |
| Measures Covered | Cavity wall insulation, floor insulation, roof insulation, HR++ glass |
| Next Steps | Letters to eligible households, energy advisor visits, neighbourhood actions |
| Start Date | April 2026 |
The municipality of Heumen is implementing the National Insulation Programme (NIP) to address energy poverty and improve housing quality. Local governments play a key role in identifying eligible households and facilitating subsidies to make homes more energy-efficient.
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Energy prices are rising, but help is on the way!
In April, the municipality of Heumen will launch a new initiative under the National Insulation Programme (NIP). This programme helps municipalities support residents with poorly insulated homes more quickly and effectively. Households with homes that have a low energy label and a low WOZ value (property valuation) are particularly eligible for additional insulation measures and financial assistance. Our goal is to combat energy poverty and improve living comfort for residents.
We are starting in Overasselt, where residents will soon receive a letter if their home qualifies for support. Energy advisors will visit these homes to assess which measures would be most effective. This could include cavity wall insulation, floor insulation, roof insulation, or HR++ glass. If the home meets the NIP criteria, these measures can be carried out with a high subsidy of up to 80%.
Residents in Heumen, Malden, and Nederasselt will also receive a letter shortly after. We will also organise consultation hours and neighbourhood actions to help residents quickly gain insight into their options. Our aim is for every resident with a poorly insulated home to know which steps they can take—and what support is available.
Do you live in a home with a poor energy label (such as E, F, or G) and does your home have a low WOZ value? Then you may qualify for extra assistance.
Keep an eye on our website, social media, and the municipal news for dates, locations, and more information.