Individuals and households
The Low Emission Zone support fund for Households funded by Transport Scotland and administered by Energy Saving Trust has now resumed and is open to new applications.
Updated 14 May 2024
Funding
If you are in a low-income household living within 20 kilometres (12 miles) of the LEZ, you may be eligible to apply for a grant of up to £3,000. This includes
- £2,000 for disposing of vehicles which do not comply with the low emissions standards in authorised disposal centre
- £500 Travel Better vouchers per adult, up to £1,000 per household to buy bikes, e-bikes, cargo bikes and public transport tickets.
Read more about eligibility and how to apply on the Energy Savings Trust website or contact
- 0808 808 2282
- LEZfund@est.org.uk.
Other support is available including
- e-bikes
- family cargo bikes
- adapted cycles
- electric vehicles and chargers.
Free e-Cargo Bike trial
The Council has partnered with Cargo Bike Movement to help individuals shift to more active and sustainable modes. You can try a range of electric cargo bikes for a free trial period if you live in the Edinburgh area.
Please email
