Families, Business And Industry To Get Energy Efficiency Support
In a major push to tackle energy bills and reach net zero emissions, the UK government has unveiled a £6 billion investment package as energy efficiency support for homes and businesses across the country. This significant funding aims to make around a million homes warmer and assist hundreds of businesses in reducing their energy consumption, […]
U.K. Bans Gas Boilers in New Homes, Excluding Hydrogen for Now
LONDON – The U.K. government is pushing for a greener future by banning the installation of gas boilers in all newly built homes from 2025 onwards. This move, outlined in a recent consultation paper, aims to accelerate the shift towards cleaner heating solutions. However, a surprise twist emerged: hydrogen, previously considered a potential alternative, has […]
U.K. Extends Deadline for Gas Boiler Ban, Offering Relief to Homeowners
LONDON – In a move welcomed by homeowners and industry, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has delayed the phase-out of gas boilers in new homes. The gas boiler ban, originally slated for 2025, has been pushed to 2035, allowing for a smoother shift towards renewable heating systems. Previously, the government planned to eliminate gas boilers […]
Heat Pump Applications Up By Almost 50% As Families Make The most Of Government Grant Increase
London – Applications for heat pumps in the UK have surged nearly 50% year-on-year, according to government figures. This jump follows a significant increase in grants for these eco-friendly heating systems. The December 2023 data shows a dramatic rise in applications through the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme. This scheme helps homeowners switch from fossil fuel […]
UK Government’s Home Heating Strategy Will Miss Net Zero Targets
MPs have warned that the government’s plans to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions from home heating “lack strategic direction” and are not bold enough to meet net zero goals that are required by law. A group called the Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (Beis) Committee says that engineers should be retrained and that homes […]
UK Audit Puts Spotlight on ‘Underperforming’ Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
According to the UK government, the main heat pump incentive has not been effective at encouraging low-carbon installations since it began in 2022.The National Audit Office (NAO) has released new findings that call for a broader rethink of UK heat policy. These findings include the Boiler Upgrade Scheme. The rethink should consider making people more aware […]
UK government backs plan to ban gas and ‘hydrogen-ready’ boilers
The U.K. government has thrown its weight behind a controversial plan to ban the installation of gas and “hydrogen-ready” boilers in new homes built in England from 2025. The measure, announced in a long-awaited consultation on low-carbon building requirements, marks a big step toward the country’s ambitious net-zero emissions target of 2050- LONDON The proposed […]
New Boiler Costs in the UK: How Much Are They in 2024?
Table of Contents British households face a cold reality as new boiler cost rises in 2024. Replacing an aged boiler, which is essential for keeping houses warm throughout the winter, may now cost between £500 and £4,000 for the unit alone, with installation adding significantly to the entire cost. This large increase comes at a […]
Gas Boiler Manufacturers eye over £100m in Price Increases
Table of Contents Gas boiler manufacturers might hike prices to cover heat pump targets, says a report. If they do, they could rake in over £100 million extra, but customers may feel the pinch. A recent report suggests that gas boiler makers are in a bit of a bind. They have to meet certain […]
UK Homes Getting a Heating System Upgrade to Help the Planet!
Table of Contents The UK has a plan to make homes greener by changing the way they heat up. Right now, many homes use gas boilers to stay warm. But these boilers make a lot of pollution. So, the UK wants to switch them out for something cleaner called heat pumps under the ECO4 scheme. […]
