Information, Industry News
Aaron Cushion
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%.

Heat Pump Installations Climb to Record Levels
Information, Industry News
Aaron Cushion
UK Government Announces Warm Homes Grant

The UK government is launching the Warm Homes Grant in 2025, an exciting initiative aimed at helping homeowners make their properties more energy-efficient. This fully funded scheme is available to those who meet certain criteria and could significantly reduce your energy costs while lowering your home's carbon footprint.

UK Government Announces Warm Homes Grant
Information, Climate Change, Industry News
Aaron Cushion
The UK’s Last Coal Power Station Closes

This week, the UK's last coal power station closed, signalling that the country’s energy landscape is undergoing a massive transformation. For over 200 years, coal was king, powering industry and homes alike. But today, renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydro are rapidly replacing fossil fuels in the national grid. With that change comes a new challenge—and opportunity—for those of us in the heating and plumbing industry.

The UK’s Last Coal Power Station Closes
Information, Industry News, Government Policy
Aaron Cushion
How Could The Labour Party Impact The Heat Pump ...

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.

How Could The Labour Party Impact The Heat Pump Market?
Information, Industry News, Government Policy
Aaron Cushion
Heat Pump Adoption Crucial To Meeting Net Zero ...

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.

Heat Pump Adoption Crucial To Meeting Net Zero Targets

Industry News

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Why you should choose an MCS installer for your Heat Pump project

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Why you should choose an MCS installer for your Heat Pump project

Just like with any heating system installation, you want to make sure you’re working with a competent company. However, with heat pumps it is especially important to ensure they are designed and commissioned correctly for the building.

Government to Target One Million Heat Pumps a Year by 2035?

Government to Target One Million Heat Pumps a Year by 2035?

As previous generations have invested into the gas and water grid, the UK must now invest in the ground source heat pump infrastructure in the 20’s.

Renewable Energy is Increasing in the UK

Renewable Energy is Increasing in the UK

Throughout the course of 2019, more of Britain’s electricity was generated from zero-carbon energy sources than fossil fuels. This is the first time since the Industrial Revolution - that’s quite a move for renewables!

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Renewables Surpass fossil fuels in the UK For The First Time

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Renewables Surpass fossil fuels in the UK For The First Time

For the first time since the UK’s first power plant opened in 1882, renewable energy sources have provided more electricity to UK homes and businesses than fossil fuels. This was recorded over the last quarter where the renewable electricity mix rose to 40%, new data shows.

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Global Climate Strike Day

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Global Climate Strike Day

Today millions of children are expected to join a global climate strike. Protesters are demanding an “end to the age of fossil fuels and climate justice for everyone”. The event has been sparked by campaigner Greta Thunberg, who is attending a protest in New York.

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The Heat Pump Market Is Growing

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The Heat Pump Market Is Growing

The latest industry analysis has shown that in 2018 the heat pump market grew by over 20% in units delivered compared to 2017. This growth is excellent news for the heat pump industry, as well as the environment, as heat pumps make significant carbon savings compared to traditional fossil fuel alternatives. It is also a sign of the times, as more customers are switching away from fossil fuel boilers and installing energy efficient heat pumps in their homes.

 

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