Genius Energy Lab (Ground Source Heat Pump System and Heat Network Designers)

At Genius Energy Lab, we are committed to the decarbonisation of heat, and we believe that ground source heat pumps (GSHPs) play a pivotal role in achieving this goal. A recent visualisation shared by Jan Rosenow, using figures from the IEA, highlights the importance of taking an all-sector approach to decarbonisation. As Rosenow points out, “Most of the energy debate is focused on the tip of the iceberg – electricity. But almost 80% of our energy use is for heat and transport, which rely heavily on fossil fuels.” This underlines the critical need to shift our focus to decarbonising heat, a challenge that remains significant as, in the UK, 85% of buildings still rely on natural gas for heating. GSHPs offer one of the most efficient and sustainable solutions. These systems generate lower carbon emissions compared to even the latest high-efficiency gas condensing boilers, making them a key player in reducing the carbon footprint of heating. When compared to air-source heat pumps, shared-loop GSHPs are more compact, quieter, and more efficient. They also boast lower running costs, making them an attractive option for long-term sustainability. However, the journey to decarbonise heating is complex. With only 2% of homes in the UK currently connected to district heating networks, the decision-making around heating system upgrades remains highly decentralised. Despite these challenges, embracing innovative technologies like GSHPs will be vital in reducing emissions and paving the way to a greener, more sustainable future for heating. The decarbonisation of heat must take centre stage if we are to meet our climate goals, and GSHPs represent a practical and scalable solution to help drive this transition. For more information on how ground source heating can decarbonise your next project, reach out to our team: whitecoat@geniusenergylab.com #GSHPs #HeatPumps #Decarbonisation #ElectrificationOfHeat #DistrictHeating

We can’t quite believe we are in 2025 already, but before we go any further, let’s take a minute to reflect on how important the past year was to Genius Energy Lab and the Ground Source Heat Pump industry… In 2024, we worked on a whopping 419 projects in total, but the ones that really stood out for us were: - The community-based scheme on Sydney Street, London and their mixed-use ground source heat pump (GSHP) network. - The largest distributed ambient loop 5th-generation heat network/ground source heat pump system in the world at One Horton Heath in Eastleigh Borough. - Supporting Parc Eirin in South Wales  - a development of 225 homes, for its geology reports and full ground source heat pump borehole loop design. - Worked on upgrading the heating and cooling solution in a £18.6m decarbonisation pilot programme for the DfE. Other highlights for us include: - We are always growing our team and have welcomed two new members to the GEL crew in 2024. Our team in Scotland has grown to 3 this year: 2 in Edinburgh, and 1 in Glasgow. - Creating and releasing a first-of-its-kind On-Site Guide to Commercial GSHPs. Download the guide here: https://lnkd.in/g8WSzvy8 - Our team also put together a compelling industry report that includes valuable insights and identifies key barriers, motivations, and decision-making criteria that industry stakeholders face concerning GSHP technology. Download the full report here: https://lnkd.in/dPVuQ75Y - We secured a shareholding in COP Angel Ltd and our new patented invention can increase the efficiency of heat pump systems by up to 40%! With our own Richard Davis as CEO, and Chris Davidson and Mike Kellett as Directors. Our investor round is currently underway - so get in touch if you'd like to hear more as an interested party in the technology or a potential investor. Let’s build a green future together, beyond 2025! We’d love to hear from you and how we can help with the adoption of GSHPs, get in touch: whitecoat@geniusenergylab.com #HappyNewYear2025 #GSHPDesigners #GSHPs #HeatPumps #RenewableEnergy

Happy New Year! Here’s to 2025! We wish all of our clients and employees many happy returns as we enter another successful year for ground source heat pumps. Let’s make 2025 a year of new connections and impact. We’d love to hear from you and how we can help with the adoption of GSHPs and build a greener future together. We can't wait to see where this year takes Genius Energy Lab, and we’re glad you’re on the journey with us! 📚 If you have someone in your network who would find our GSHP content useful in 2025? Share this post with them so they can follow us. #HappyNewYear2025 #GSHPDesigners #GSHPs #HeatPumps #RenewableEnergy

We're sending festive well wishes to all our clients, partners, and friends this Christmas, and we’d like to thank our team for their incredible efforts this year too. Everyone involved makes Genius Energy Lab the thriving company it is! The GEL team will work until 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 24th. Then, the offices will close for the festive break and reopen on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025. We look forward to seeing you all then. Merry Christmas. #ChristmasMessage #GroundSourceHeatPumpDesigners #HolidayMessage #MerryChristmas #TeamAppreciation

Working in collaboration with the Sydney Street and District Residents' Association, Cagni Williams Associates (Architects and Urban Designers) and our partners Kensa Utilities (Ambient Loop Network Installation and Funding), Genius Energy Lab is thrilled to announce that we have just completed a feasibility study for a community-based ground source heat pump network in Chelsea. This pioneering initiative aims to bring carbon-free heating and cooling to most residents of Sydney Street and the dense surrounding urban environment, setting a new standard for sustainable urban living in the UK. “We are getting more and more enquiries for community-based schemes leveraging various grants. With the infrastructure lasting over 100 years once installed, with very little maintenance requirements, it’s a win for residents and future generations. Ground Source Heat Pumps (twice as efficient as Air Source Heat Pumps) are installed inside the property and are super quiet and efficient. Congratulations to the team at Cagni Williams for their vision and enthusiasm for this project.” - Genius Energy Lab CEO, Richard Davis. The network is expected to serve around 75% of the area’s dwellings, significantly reducing local greenhouse gas emissions and supporting the UK’s decarbonisation goals. Read our full case study about the project here: https://lnkd.in/d9SEetbk #GroundSourceHeatPump #NetZero #CommunityEnergy #NetworkedHeatPumps #HeatPumps

Explainer time…Time to Close The Spark Gap When discussing the adoption of electricity-powered renewable energy solutions, understanding the importance of the ‘spark gap’ is fundamental. The ‘spark gap’ or ‘spark ratio’ refers to the difference in prices between gas and electricity, specifically measured per kilowatt-hour (kWh). It’s like comparing the cost of using gas versus electricity for home heating. In the UK, electricity has historically been priced significantly higher than gas, resulting in a "gap" that poses a barrier to adopting electric heating options, including heat pumps. For instance, prior to recent interventions like the Electricity Price Guarantee, electricity could cost around 4.7 times more than gas. While this gap has lessened somewhat due to policy changes that removed certain levies from electricity bills, it still exists and makes it challenging for electric solutions like heat pumps to be competitive with gas heating from a cost perspective. Because ground source heat pumps are an electric-based, low-carbon technology, they offer substantial environmental benefits but face adoption barriers due to this price disparity. The high spark gap means that, despite heat pumps’ efficiency, their operational costs can still be perceived as high compared to traditional gas heating - even though they still deliver reduced costs for the end-user over time. All of this simply underscores the importance of developing policies to close this gap and support cleaner energy solutions: particularly as the UK has the largest spark gap in Europe. The government is exploring several options to achieve this, including removing existing charges from electricity bills and revising how electricity prices are set to reduce their dependence on gas prices. One thing is clear: energy markets are overdue for a considered overhaul. #SparkGap #EnergyMarkets #RenewableEnergy #ElectricityMarkets #HeatPumps

Pioneering project aims to bring carbon-free heating and cooling to residents of Sydney Street in Chelsea. Working alongside visionary partners, Genius Energy Lab has just completed a groundbreaking feasibility study for a community-based ground source heat pump network in Chelsea. Partnering with the Sydney Street and District Residents' Association, Kensa Utilities, and Cagni Williams Associates, this ambitious project aims to bring sustainable, carbon-free heating and cooling to Sydney Street residents, setting a new standard for sustainable urban living in the UK. At its core is the ambient loop network, including ground source heat pumps in each home and boreholes in the public highway that collect and dissipate heat–a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional heat systems. This groundbreaking project is more than just a win for Chelsea—it’s a blueprint for community energy projects across the UK. Collaborating on creating a model like this, not only supports the environment but delivers practical, long-lasting benefits to residents and future generations. Congratulations to everyone involved in making this bold vision a reality! We look forward to inspiring similar projects in communities nationwide.  Read the full case study about this ground-breaking project here: https://lnkd.in/d9SEetbk #GroundSourceHeatPump #NetZero #CommunityEnergy #NetworkedHeatPumps #HeatPumps

New GSHP projects spreading the warmth this December - the latest edition of The Source is here! Get an insight into a groundbreaking community energy project, and an invitation to today's industry webinar. #GSHP #GroundSource #Newsletter

New Government funding means warmer, more energy-efficient homes for all, delivering crucial upgrades to social housing in England. Let’s talk about fuel poverty. Fuel poverty is when a household spends 10% of its income on keeping its home at a satisfactory heating level. Due to reductions in household incomes, rising energy prices and relatively modest improvements in energy efficiency levels, it is estimated that the number of households in fuel poverty across the UK is 5.6 million. This is why housing providers are now urged to take immediate action as the government opens up applications for the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero opened the funding on 30th September, and this fund – previously known as the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) – aims to make millions of social homes more energy efficient by 2028 by: - Providing warm, energy-efficient homes - Reducing carbon emissions - Tackling fuel poverty - Supporting green jobs and growing the retrofit sector - Improving the comfort, health, and well-being of social housing tenants This initiative aims to bring homes currently below Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) band C up to that standard and deliver crucial upgrades to social housing in England, including the installation of energy-efficient technologies such as ground source heat pumps. Networked heat pumps are also a proven technology that can drastically improve energy efficiency, reduce bills, and cut emissions. Kensa Group is on hand to support social housing landlords adopt heat pumps and apply for funding to provide their residents with the best possible, low-carbon heating solutions:  https://lnkd.in/deJGHJTB Get in touch for more information: whitecoat@geniusenergylab.com #HeatPumpWeek #Renewables #HeatPumps #SocialHousing #Decarbonisation

Ground Source Heat Pumps are the most energy-efficient way to heat and cool our buildings, and offer substantial long-term savings for end-users, but what’s stopping widespread adoption? Our upcoming webinar "What's the Hold Up on GSHPs?" tackles this question head-on. With exclusive data from the sector, our webinar will deliver more insights from the report from Genius Energy Lab’s GSHP industry leads and reveal our conclusions on how we believe we can accelerate GSHP uptake in the UK. We invite you be a part of the conversation: Date: 10th December 2024 Time: 1pm GMT Register here: https://lnkd.in/e6aXFfyq #RenewableEnergySolution #EnergyTransition #GroundSourceHeatPump #HeatPumps #NetZero