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City of Bristol selects partner to take on climate change 2030 challenge
City of Bristol selects Ameresco and subcontractor Vattenfall Heat UK, for large multi-pronged approach to build the city’s future smart energy system.
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BPEC celebrates 30 years anniversary
Happy 30th anniversary to BPEC, which provides qualifications, assessments, training courses and learning materials to the plumbing and heating industry and the wider energy sector.
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Avon Fire and Rescue Service and Solarsense shortlisted for clean energy award
Avon Fire and Rescue Service shortlisted for Clean Energy Scheme of the year at the Regen Green Energy Awards 2022
Guide
The growth in renewable energies – solar and wind
Mark Bakker, field application engineer at Fluke Corporation, looks at the importance of power quality measurement for solar installations from the ground up.
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Wind turbine NIMBYism takes a U-turn in face of savings
Octopus Energy survey finds that wind turbines are becoming welcome in local communities – NIMBYism takes a U-turn in the face of money saving potential.
Product
Reftronix Designs prototype CO2 heat pump for older homes
Reftronix has designed a prototype CO2 heat pump capable of replacing an oil or gas furnace used in older residential homes.
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Grant Aerona³ heat pumps awarded KEYMARK approval
Grant Aerona³ heat pumps awarded KEYMARK approval.
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Heat Pump Federation comments on Spring Statement
Heat Pump Federation comments on Spring Statement
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Vattenfall heat plant reduces carbon emissions by 200,000 tonnes per year
Vattenfall’s new biofuel heat plant Carpe Futurum in Uppsala, Sweden, has now been inaugurated and taken into operation.
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Don’t wait for net zero to invest in renewables
‘Don’t wait for net zero to invest in renewables,’ is GTEC’s Griff Thomas’ advice following the Spring Statement announcement.
Further Reading
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PipeSnug enters the Dragons’ Den!
Tune into BBC One at 8pm on 31st March 2022 as PipeSnug founders prepare to enter the Dragons’ Den.
Interview
A Day in the Life … myenergi’s Jordan Brompton
myenergi's co-founder and CMO, Jordan Brompton, shares her day with us in our new ‘day in the life of...’ feature. Can you guess what the best part of her job is?
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Domestic Renewable Heat Initiative deadline fast approaching
The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (DHRI) closes to new applicants at midnight at the end of 31 March 2022.
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National Insulation Association responds to green tax cuts
National Insulation Association responds to green tax cuts
Opinion
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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Industry ‘sigh of relief’ as government cuts VAT to 0% on renewables
The industry has breathed a sigh of relief following the government announcement to cut VAT on energy efficiency and renewable technologies to 0%.
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Martindale Electric has safety all locked up
With up to 1,000 serious accidents per year due to contact with electric, Martindale Electric has safety all locked up with this new range of LOKKITBASE products.
Opinion
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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Wolseley and Grundfos – pre-loved water pumps are the future
Wolseley and Grundfos are breathing new life into pre-loved water pumps with thanks to the launch of their take-back scheme, which encourages customers to return their old pumps.
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Human heat pump, anyone?
Human heat pump, anyone? Read more about the Scottish club using body heat from the dancefloor to power an entire venue at a reduction of 70 tonnes of carbon per year.
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MCS launches consultancy on competency requirements
What do you think of the proposed competency requirements for MCS certification? How will it affect your business? Have an impact on the future and take part in the official consultation.
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Northern heat pump hub opens
Freedom Heat Pumps has moved its northern team into a 15,000 sq ft facility, in Bamber Bridge.
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Grant UK launches online CSR Hub
Grant UK has added a new area to their website dedicated to the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities.
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Ventive develops ‘first of its kind’ heat pump and ventilation system
Ventive is to develop a ground-breaking and fully integrated intelligent home solution at a new manufacturing facility at Hartlebury in Worcestershire.