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Rooftop solar for new builds to save people money

New homeowners stand to benefit from rooftop solar and cheaper bills, with the Future Homes Standard being published this Autumn....

9 Jun 2025

Stiebel Eltron and Solarwatt deliver fully integrated heat pump and solar energy system

A completely integrated heat pump and solar energy system in a home has been unveiled, showing how multiple renewable technologies can maximise efficiency and deliver sustainable dwellings across the country....

9 Jun 2025

West Lothian College and Mitsubishi Electric team up to train future green energy experts

West Lothian College has joined forces with Mitsubishi Electric in a new partnership aimed at tackling a shortage of workers trained to install heat pumps - a key technology in the move toward a greener future....

9 Jun 2025

Alfa Laval calls for ‘big picture thinking’ on Heat Network Zoning rollout

Ahead of the rollout of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s (DESNZ) heat network zones, Alfa Laval is calling for the long-term implementation to go beyond that of just district heating, with a view to creating a nationwide district ...

9 Jun 2025

Sarah Fry as the new chief executive officer designate for the APHC

APHC appoints new chief executive officer

The Association of Plumbing & Heating Contractors (APHC) has announced the appointment of Sarah Fry as its new chief executive officer designate. Sarah succeeds APHC’s current CEO, John Thompson, who is retiring from the role after 30 years of ...

28 May 2025

Tom Garrigan, BSRIA Director – Applied Engineering

Independent testing crucial to bridge retrofit confidence gap, BSRIA study reveals

New research shows 82% of UK consumers unconvinced about retrofit benefits, while construction professionals remain optimistic...

28 May 2025

London Gatwick enhances building management with sensing solution

London Gatwick, the UK’s second busiest airport, has successfully implemented the cutting-edge SORA wireless sensing solution from Sontay to revolutionise its Building Management System (BMS)....

28 May 2025

First flagship Renewables Centre launches in Shrewsbury

Renewables Centre, launched by Wolseley Group, has officially opened the doors to its first flagship training facility in Shrewsbury - marking a major milestone in its mission to support heating professionals entering the fast-growing renewables ...

28 May 2025

Nathan Aisthorpe has taken on a new role at Pipe Centre and Climate Centre

New regional director at HVAC equipment supplier

Pipe Centre and Climate Centre have announce the appointment of Nathan Aisthorpe as central regional director. Nathan brings with him a wealth of industry experience and a strong track record of leadership in the builders’ merchant sector, spanning ...

28 May 2025

Leading Holiday Park Enhances Hot Water System With Rinnai N Series for Peak Season Demand

RINNAI – INSTANT DELIVERY & TEMP CONTROLLED HOT WATER ENSURES USER SAFETY AND COMFORT WHILST MINIMISING LEGIONELLA RISK

28 May 2025

Conex Bänninger appoints regional technical sales manager to drive growth In Scotland

Conex Bänninger has strengthened in Scotland with the appointment of Derek Sinclair as Regional Technical Sales Manager, in a strategic step to advance its presence and to support new sustainable business development....

21 May 2025

Bradford College connects to Energy Network in Net Zero push

Work to connect Bradford College to a £70m Energy Network is officially underway, marking a significant move away from fossil fuels and towards achieving Net Zero....

21 May 2025

Ground source heat pump scheme “transforming tenants’ lives” in Ashford

Residents in 74 homes are having their lives changed and bills reduced thanks to ground source heat pumps (GSHP) in Appledore and Charing. The £2.2m scheme is the first time that Ashford Borough Council has installed GSHP heating systems in its ...

20 May 2025

Companies warned not to ‘fake’ diversity

Built environment firms shouldn’t do anything about improving the diversity of their workforces if they don’t truly believe in it, according to a leading construction industry diversity champion....

20 May 2025

Government grant extension makes renewables training more accessible for installers

Installers can now take advantage of fully funded Air Source Heat Pump training at Renewables Centre, thanks to the Government’s recent extension of the Heat Training Grant....

20 May 2025

Government urged to offer ‘middle ground’ hybrid heating systems

New research has found that over two-thirds (68%) of UK homeowners think hybrid heating systems should be covered by government grants, proving the UK is missing a major opportunity to reduce the carbon emissions linked to home heating....

16 May 2025

CIBSE President Elect for the 2025/26 is David Cooper MBE

David Cooper MBE announced as CIBSE President Elect for 2025/26

CIBSE has announced David Cooper MBE as its President Elect for the 2025/26 term. A distinguished engineer with over 40 years of experience in the lift and escalator industry, David brings unparalleled expertise and leadership to CIBSE, advancing ...

16 May 2025

HPA highlights sector’s commitment to supporting newly qualified installers

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has published new survey results highlighting the range of sector support available for newly qualified heat pump installers offered by its members....

14 May 2025

Triton to sell FläktGroup to Samsung

Triton has signed an agreement to sell all shares of FläktGroup, a European specialist in energy-efficient ventilation and precision-cooling solutions, to Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd....

14 May 2025

Fischer named key partner as Qvantum strengthens UK distribution network

Heat pump manufacturer Qvantum Energy Technology has appointed electric heating specialist Fischer as a key distribution partner....

13 May 2025

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Rooftop solar for new builds to save people money

Stiebel Eltron and Solarwatt deliver fully integrated heat pump and solar energy system

West Lothian College and Mitsubishi Electric team up to train future green energy experts

Alfa Laval calls for ‘big picture thinking’ on Heat Network Zoning rollout

APHC appoints new chief executive officer

Independent testing crucial to bridge retrofit confidence gap, BSRIA study reveals

London Gatwick enhances building management with sensing solution

First flagship Renewables Centre launches in Shrewsbury

New regional director at HVAC equipment supplier

Leading Holiday Park Enhances Hot Water System With Rinnai N Series for Peak Season Demand

Conex Bänninger appoints regional technical sales manager to drive growth In Scotland

Bradford College connects to Energy Network in Net Zero push

Ground source heat pump scheme “transforming tenants’ lives” in Ashford

Companies warned not to ‘fake’ diversity

Government grant extension makes renewables training more accessible for installers

Government urged to offer ‘middle ground’ hybrid heating systems

David Cooper MBE announced as CIBSE President Elect for 2025/26

HPA highlights sector’s commitment to supporting newly qualified installers

Triton to sell FläktGroup to Samsung

Fischer named key partner as Qvantum strengthens UK distribution network

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