NTHT coordinates the Warmer Healthier Homes Nelson-Marlborough insulation project, providing insulation grants to eligible homeowners and renters in Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough.

Insulation Grants are currently available for properties where the resident (homeowner or renter) holds a valid Community Services Card. 

Please contact the project contractor Absolute Energy on 03 547 2503 to enquire. 

The Warmer Healthier Homes (WHH) project began in Nelson-Tasman in 2014 with a partnership between Rata Foundation, NTHT, Nelson City Council, and Nelson Marlborough DHB, with further funding from the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA).

In 2015, WHH was extended to Marlborough with funding from Marlborough District Council and Rata Foundation (Marlborough Trustees), and EECA. 

To March 2018, the Warmer Healthier Homes project has completed the following insulation retrofits in Nelson Tasman, and Marlborough:

• Nelson: 624 homes insulated
• Tasman: 209 homes insulated
• Marlborough:  232 homes insulated
• Total  1065 Homes insulated

The positive effects of improved insulation in homes are well documented:

• Reduced incidence of respiratory illness (e.g. colds, flu, asthma)
• Fewer hospitalisations and doctors visits
• Fewer days off work and out of school

Warmer Healthier Homes relies on the support from the following funders and partners:

• Nelson City Council
• Rata Foundation
• Marlborough District Council
• Nelson Marborough District Health Board
• Port Nelson
• Mainland Foundation
• Network Tasman Trust
• EECA - Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
• Absolute Energy