Heat Pump Association (HPA)

Today the HPA have published a new report projecting the future domestic heat pump workforce.   The report covers the entire workforce required for 600,000 heat pump installations by 2028 and 1.6 million by 2035. Importantly, whilst heat pump installer training rates are growing, there's still a significant gap between the number of trained individuals and those actively installing🔧   For the details of the project and more key findings, read the report 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJPrYtUx   Interested in the methodology? Go into detail with the accompanying methods and background document - https://lnkd.in/ehN5HhUp   Just want the highlights? Take a look at our five-page infographic for visuals and key graphs - https://lnkd.in/eef6by7m   Still want to find out more? Register for the HPA and Installer webinar on Monday 25th November (14:00 - 15:00): https://lnkd.in/e8Xdh3Ny #heatpumpworkforce #heatpumpinstallers #heatpumptraining

Today the Climate Change Committee has published its advice to Government on how to meet Carbon Budget 7 which covers the period of 2038 to 2042. The advice stresses the critical role heat pumps will play in reaching the UK's net zero targets, alongside recommending several actions to increase their deployment, accessibility to consumers and tackle costs. Read Heat Pump Association (HPA), Chief Executive, Charlotte Lee's thoughts here: https://lnkd.in/exS69Qds Read the CCC's Carbon Budget 7 Advice for Government in full here: https://lnkd.in/eSswkZjr 🔊 Are you a HPA member? Keep an eye out for your exclusive member briefing!

Today, the HPA Commercial Working Group met for a productive discussion on key policy and industry developments in non-residential heat pumps We were kindly joined by: ➡️ Will Jones, Industrial Electrification Policy Manager (Department for Energy Security and Net Zero), who gave an update on considerations of electricity and gas pricing in commercial buildings. ➡️ Marc Taylor, Senior Advisor (Environment Agency) for an overview of the schemes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from business and industry administered by the EA. ➡️ The UK Government Open Innovation Team providing an outline of their upcoming research project on Commercial heat pumps. Thanks to everyone who attended! We’re looking forward to continuing our work to accelerate the transition to clean commercial heating. Find out more about how to join the HPA's working groups 👉 https://lnkd.in/eDv6Q9Vj #heatpumps #commercialheatpumps #hpa

Today eight trade associations, representing over 4,000 businesses in the clean heating and energy efficiency sector, have written to the Chancellor to call on her to allocate the full £13.2bn, as pledged in the Labour Party Manifesto, to support the upgrading of 5 million homes over the course of the parliament. This investment is key to meeting the UK's recently updated Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement, legally binding carbon reduction commitments, and 2030 fuel poverty target. The clean heating and energy efficiency sector is ready to deliver—but long-term funding certainty is essential to unlocking investment in UK skills and manufacturing. Without this investment, the UK risks sending damaging and confused signals to investors, risking growth, jobs, and energy security. We call on the Government to publish a clear decarbonisation strategy, long-term funding commitments, and supporting policy to give the sector the certainty needed to invest in the UK market. Read our letter here: https://lnkd.in/ePfuCdNE #EnergyEfficiency #NetZero #CleanHeating The Association for Decentralised Energy, BEAMA, ECA - Excellence in Electrotechnical and Engineering Services, Heat Pump Federation ,REA, Sustainable Energy Association, Thermal Storage UK

The Heat Pump Association welcomes the National Infrastructure Commission’s report, released today, on the action required to ensure the UK’s electricity distribution system can meet future demand. Chief Executive of the HPA Charlotte Lee commented on the report below. Scroll to see the key report recommendations that impact the heat pump sector 👇 Find the full report linked in the comments

New European Heat Pump Association data shows that heat pump sales fell by an average of 23% across 13 European countries in 2024. The EHPA have identified 3 reasons for the decline: 1️⃣ A change in Government funding and support 2️⃣ The cost-of-living crisis 3️⃣ The low subsidised price of gas The UK bucked this trend, but the European market highlights the importance of policy certainty to support sustained growth. See HPA Chief Executive Charlotte Lee’s reaction below, along with the key facts and figures. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/epPjeMzJ Find the EHPA statistics here: https://lnkd.in/eWawa5Pg #heatpumpmarket #heatpumps #heatpumpsales

Last week, the HPA hosted an Executive member workshop with officials from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to discuss the Warm Homes Plan and the longer-term vision for the electrification of heat. As the UK transitions to low-carbon heating, heat pumps will play a central role in delivering efficient solutions for homes across the country. Discussions explored key factors for accelerating heat decarbonisation, including consumer engagement, green finance options, installer skills, and area-based switching. With the much anticipated Warm Homes Plan set to be published later this year, it was great to input into considerations. A big thank you to the Clean Heat team at DESNZ and our Executive members for their insights and feedback. We’re looking forward to what’s next! #heatpumps #warmhomesplan

The HPA’s Head of Policy and Communications Olivia Smalley joins Rebecca Sweeney at Energy Systems Catapult for a guest blog titled - Building a Skilled and Active Heat Pump Workforce. Heat pump installers are key to accelerating the deployment of heat pumps, and this blog delves into: ➡️The need to increase activity rates in installers after training ➡️How to provide assurance of demand ➡️Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/euZ-sH3R #heatpumps #heatpumpworkforce #heatpumpinstallers

📈 Record growth for UK Heat Pumps in 2024! ➡️Nearly 100,000 heat pumps were sold last year, up 63% from 2023 ➡️Over 9,000 individuals completed a recognised heat pump qualification, up by 15% Minister for Energy Consumers, Miatta Fahnbulleh MP commented on the growth: “It’s fantastic to see huge progress on heat pump installations, with thousands of people now benefiting from clean heating in their homes. We are keeping up this momentum by almost doubling the budget for our Boiler Upgrade Scheme in the next financial year, giving more families £7,500 off the cost. At the same time, our Heat Training Grant will have provided a further 10,000 opportunities by April to train up heat pump and heat network professionals, supporting skilled jobs across the country.” Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/eSHfjH8m #heatpumps #heatpumpsUK #heatpumpsales

Last week the team from the Heat Pump Association (HPA) joined member Octopus Energy at their Training and Research & Development Centre in Slough. It was a very insightful visit, hearing firsthand their perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the market, learning more about their new Cosy 6 and 9 Heat Pump offerings, Zero Bills Homes and discussing how we scale these solutions to the mass market. Thank you to Jim Bennett, Sivvy Mikitsey and Colin Thomas for hosting 👏 #heatpumps