Opinion
Decarbonising heat: some positive steps but a long way to go
Dave Sowden, chairman of Ecuity Consulting and strategic advisor to Sustainable Energy Association discusses the UK’s progress in decarbonising heat.
Opinion
What the CHG means for biomass
In light of the Clean Heat Grant (CHG) proposal, Bruce Allen, HETAS CEO shares his thoughts on what this means for biomass.
News
MCS highlights essential Covid-19 guidance for installers
Since the pandemic hit the UK, MCS has been working hard to support its certified Installer base – regularly sharing updates and guidance as well as continually surveying Installers to help provide feedback direct to the government.
Guide
An installer’s guide to the Clean Heat Grant
The Government is proposing a Clean Heat Grant Scheme (CHGS) that would commence from 2022, offering upfront funding of up to £4000 for each household or business purchasing renewable heating technologies. A tariff-based Green Gas Support Scheme is also being proposed to increase the percentage of biomethane available on the gas grid from anaerobic digestion facilities.
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Opinion
Opinion: Why the CHGS is ‘a step in the right direction’
Rory Mathews, economic analyst at Ecuity Consulting LLP discusses why the CHGS is ‘a step in the right direction’.
News
HHIC confirms that heating engineers are eligible for COVID-19 testing
The Heating and Hotwater Industry Council (HHIC) has confirmed that heating engineers working in the domestic and commercial sectors are eligible for COVID-19 testing.
News
Checkatrade offers free affiliate membership for the rest of 2020
Checkatrade has announced that it will offer free affiliate membership until the end of 2020, in order to support installers and other businesses though the current difficult trading conditions.
News
Grant UK unveils new website features
Grant UK has incorporated a number of new features into its website to enhance user experience and increase the range of resources available to visitors.
News
NIBE launches new heat pumps
NIBE Energy Systems has launched its new S Series of heat pumps which it says improves thermal comfort and saves energy, giving homeowners the opportunity to reduce costs and carbon emissions.