MCS Umbrella Scheme

How Installers Can Access ECO4 Grants for Heat Pumps

How Installers Can Access ECO4 Grants for Heat Pumps

The ECO4 market has had its ups and downs, but installation volumes are starting to recover. If you're an installer, now is the time to explore available grants and funding. Many ECO4 schemes require MCS certification, but if you prefer not to go through the process yourself, you can subcontract to us. We offer MCS-compliant design, supply, and installation support, making it easier for you to get started.

Discover Top Air Source Heat Pumps at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2025

Discover Top Air Source Heat Pumps at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show 2025

Join us from March 20th - 23rd at the Homebuilding & Renovating Show, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham! We'll be showcasing leading air source heat pump solutions from Bosch, Mitsubishi, and Samsung at stand J125 (Hall 9).

More Skilled Heat Pump Installers Urgently Needed in Scotland

More Skilled Heat Pump Installers Urgently Needed in Scotland

Scotland's drive towards low-carbon heating is facing challenges, with heat pump installations falling behind targets due to a shortage of MCS-accredited installers. To help bridge this gap, McDonald Water Storage is offering free plumber training courses, along with access to Alto Energy’s MCS umbrella scheme. This initiative provides installers with the necessary support, accreditation, and training to meet growing demand and accelerate the transition to sustainable heating solutions.

Why Heating Installers Are Vital to the Heat Pump Revolution

Why Heating Installers Are Vital to the Heat Pump Revolution

As a heating and plumbing installer, you’re likely hearing more and more questions about heat pumps. If you haven’t already, it’s only a matter of time before you do! Below, we explore the growing trend for heat pump installations and why the existing heating industry plays a pivotal role in the technologies adoption.

Heat Pump Installations Climb to Record Levels

Heat Pump Installations Climb to Record Levels

Heat pump installations in the UK have already exceeded last year’s total, setting a new milestone for the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) with three months still to go in 2024. By the end of September, 42,000 installations were completed—outpacing 2023's total by approximately 4%.

How Could The Labour Party Impact The Heat Pump Market?

How Could The Labour Party Impact The Heat Pump Market?

With the UK election out the way and a new government in place, we feel it’s important to explore the potential implications for the heat pump market now that Labour has taken the helm. For plumbers, particularly those considering diversifying into heat pump installations, Labour's anticipated measures could present significant opportunities in the evolving green energy sector.

Heat Pump Adoption Crucial To Meeting Net Zero Targets

Heat Pump Adoption Crucial To Meeting Net Zero Targets

The UK remains overly dependent on natural gas, according to the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC), which provides independent recommendations to the government.

In its recent annual assessment, the NIC highlights the urgent need to reduce reliance on high-cost, high-carbon natural gas and accelerate the adoption of heat pump technology to meet the ambitious net zero targets by 2050. According to the Commission, decarbonising buildings is a critical aspect of this transition and represents the single biggest challenge on the path to net zero.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme Confirmed Changes

Boiler Upgrade Scheme Confirmed Changes

In our March, we discussed amendments to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which included the removal of loft and cavity wall insulation prerequisites. Since then, more details have been released and clarity has been provided by the government.