Opinion
Heat pump and battery storage installations lead the charge in 2024
The first quarter of 2024 has shown impressive growth in heat pump and battery storage installations.
MCS
Opinion
ECO4 – the scheme
Mark Hyde of Ronnan Corporation (Energy) Ltd throws the textbook out of the window to share more detail about the ECO4 scheme.
Feature
The Hybrid heat pump debate
Supporting the path to net zero or an unhelpful diversion?
Feature
Solar Energy UK: looking back and looking forward
Chris Hewett, Chief Executive, Solar Energy UK looks back at an extraordinary year for solar energy
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Special Report
Battery storage is breaking records with an outstanding start to 2024
Ian Rippin, CEO at MCS, considers the unprecedented growth in battery installations in the UK since the first MCS registered battery installation in April 2022.
Interview
Installer insights with John Wood from Volts Waggon Ltd
John Wood, founder and director of the Hampshire-based Volts Waggon Ltd joins us for our new installer insights feature.
Interview
Becoming MCS Certified – an installer perspective
Heat From Air Director Andy Norris gives an insight into the MCS certification journey.
News
A homeowner’s experience of solar and battery
One year after Stephen and Zoe upgraded their Telford home with solar panels and a battery system, the results are in.
News
Research reveals UK regions with the most household solar installations
New research which analyses the number of solar panels across the UK has revealed that nine of the top ten regions with the most household installations are in Wales or Scotland.
News
Government launches new heat pump FAQ page with industry experts
A new Government webpage aims to raise awareness and challenge misconceptions about heat pumps.
Further Reading
News
South leads the way for adoption of renewables
In a year marked by green innovation, Cornwall has emerged as the frontrunner in renewable energy installations, with 4,890 projects.
News
Plans to delay the Clean Heat Market Mechanism ‘kick the can further down the road’
Industry bodies suggest the decision is political, not about heating policy.
News
Perks for heat pump installers as Viessmann loyalty scheme goes live
VIPartner offers exclusive rewards for established, MCS-registered heat pump specialists.
Special Report
Proposed MCS scheme changes could ‘increase the number of heat pumps installed’
Consultation aims to clarify compliancy of hybrid systems.
Feature
North West women driving forward small-scale renewables
Celebrate International Women's Day with MCS.
Special Report
More UK homeowners invest in low carbon heating than ever before
The latest figures from MCS show that the UK is turning to renewable heating to warm their homes.
Interview
2023 a record-breaking year for MCS and small-scale renewables
MCS data shows that 2023 has surpassed every previous year on record for certified installations of low carbon energy and heating across the UK.
News
A record year for renewables as rooftop solar installs hit a12-year high
2023 delivered a record year for the sector with a post-subsidy record of smaller-scale PV installs.
News
UK’s first Low Carbon Heating Technician Apprentices
Derby College welcomes the UK’s first Low Carbon Heating Technician Apprentices (LCHTA) with Vaillant supporting the inaugural cohort.
Interview
Emma Bohan of IMS Heat Pumps making a change, one heat pump at a time
We spoke to Emma Boham of IMS Heat Pumps about her mission to make a change, one heat pump at a time
Interview
Perfect Sense Energy: sustainability is at the forefront of what we do
MD of Perfect Sense Energy Gary Brandwood tells us about the development of the solar business and plans for the future.
News
Building trust in renewables: communication
Simplifying renewables from a customer perspective.
Feature
MCS promotes inclusive apprenticeships
MCS proudly showcases its diverse apprenticeship initiatives, proving that successful and fulfilling careers are accessible to all, regardless of age, background, or sector.
Interview
A Day in the Life with Lisa Cooke of MCS
We're pleased to welcome Lisa Cooke, Operations and Communications Director at MCS, to our feature that looks behind the lens at a day in the life of key people in the industry.