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Why oil tanks are still a brilliant solution for new builds
Rural living often means no local gas grid, so housing plots need alternative heating solutions.
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The year ahead – looking forward
NIBE’s Phil Hurley takes a look forward at the future of heat pumps, training and meeting net zero targets.
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Delivering the UK’s net zero ambitions – an inspector’s viewpoint
Consistency of quality is key for the future of the heating industry if we are to meet our net zero ambitions, which will require a set of standards to ensure. Enter OFTEC’s inspection services manager, John Vinter, as he discusses how we can reach our goals while retaining essential standards.
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Key bodies respond to Boiler Upgrade Scheme launch
Top heating industry bodies welcome the Government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme launch.
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Heat Pump Association welcomes green tax cut
The Heat Pump Association shares their thoughts on today’s green tax cut announcements, and their thoughts on the challenges facing the industry.
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Effective communication is key to the rollout of heat pumps
In his recent blog, Phil Hurley, managing director NIBE Energy Systems, highlights the importance of good communication with homeowners and why it’s key to the successful rollout of heat pumps.
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Why installers need MCS certification and how to get it
GTEC’s Griff Thomas explains why having MCS certification (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) is more important than ever before
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What MCS-certified installers need to know about the Heat and Buildings Strategy
Ian Rippin, CEO of MCS explores what the government’s Heat and Buildings strategy means for MCS-certified installers across the country.
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Grant UK welcomes Boiler upgrade scheme
Grant UK has broadly welcomed the Government plans to incentivise people to install low-carbon heating systems via the Boiler Upgrade Scheme
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Decarbonisation update: Policy announcement overload!
At the beginning of December, the UK Climate Change Committee (CCC), published its latest report on which steps the UK must take to achieve its ...
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Industry needs to fill thousands of roles to achieve ‘net zero’ by 2050
More young people are being encouraged to take up a career in the heating sector following a report which estimates 400,000 energy related jobs will need ...
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Changes are coming to the heating sector
With the urgent need to reduce carbon emissions increasingly taking centre stage, the new decade is likely to bring changes to many aspects of our ...
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OFTEC comments in its response to ECO3 ‘Improving Consumer Protection’ consultation
“OFTEC believes PAS2035 and Trustmark do not provide the answer to overcoming the quality and compliance issues which have been associated with the delivery of ...
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OFTEC committed to helping government achieve its goals for off-grid homes
In June 2019 the Taoiseach (Irish Prime Minister) Leo Varadkar, published the Government’s ambitious plans to tackle ‘Climate Breakdown’.
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Liquid fuel “is a fuel fit for future domestic heating”
Liquid fuel is still the premier choice for home heating in the Republic of Ireland.