Opinion

Griff Thomas from GTEC on why the PM’s net zero proposals, if navigated properly, could still see Britain leading the way when it comes to combatting climate change.

Nesta’s Codrina Cretu looks at the impact of planning rules on heat pump installations.

Yvonne Orgill says that the UWLA supports the Water Efficiency Fund set out in the Ofwat consultation and urges the government to use the existing expertise in the unified water label. The Ofwat consultation is out for comment until the 22nd September and the UWLA’s response will support the focus on changing consumer behaviour, as […]

As we mark World Water Week, Paul Singh, principal of Chillair Training Academy, highlights a serious case for water conservation hiding in plain sight. Water is a natural resource that is vital to us and to sustaining life on planet earth. Water, in most parts of the world is taken for granted. However, we have […]

Stephen Beechey, Group Public Sector Director at Wates Group, considers the implications of Gove’s housing speech last month. While the headlines from Michael Gove’s housing speech may have focused mainly on a renewed commitment to building one million new homes by 2024 and for more homes to be built in city centres – the government […]

Keith O’Connor, CEO of Fleetsolve, welcomes government’s commitment to biomass in pursuit of net zero. The new Biomass Strategy (published on 10th August 2023) highlights the versatile uses of biomass in building a green economy, including as a fuel for combined heat and power (CHP). With 20 years’ experience delivering biomass CHP to decarbonise buildings […]

Malcolm Farrow, OFTEC‘s Head of Public Affairs, discusses a low carbon replacement for heating oil called Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO). It’s generally acknowledged that while the UK is making good progress with some of its climate targets, perhaps most notably power generation, in other areas we are lagging behind. This is particularly true in areas […]

Ian Rippin, CEO of MCS, responds to the changes to Octopus Energy’s Smart Export Guarantee (SEG). Having seen a flurry of social media comments and increasing confusion and worry relating to the implications of a change to the Octopus terms and conditions for their customers to access the Smart Export Guarantee, I wanted to express […]

Griff Thomas, MD for GTEC, discusses a simple change to Octopus Energy’s Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) which marks a significant shift for consumers and, potentially, electrical installers.  To get money back from solar PV you need an MCS certified system installed … until now. Octopus Energy, which is leading the charge when it comes to […]

Adam Logan, Training Manager at GROHE UK, reflects on the need for sustainable fittings. Kitchen and bathroom products that help consumers save water and energy is now an unquestionable global trend. Many of us take for granted that the water we need is there and always will be. Our resources are being stretched by the […]

Everyone knows EPCs need improvement, says Tom Lowe, Founding Director of Thermal Storage UK. Here, he sets out what works, what needs reforming and how they can become a tool to mark our decarbonisation progress. Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) increasingly underpin all government heat and building policy. An EPC can prevent poorly insulated homes being […]

Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of the Heat Pump Association, reflects on the future for heat pumps. Four months in, and it’s safe to say I’ve joined at an exciting and very busy time. The heat pump industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, presenting us with a multitude of opportunities that can sometimes get lost amidst […]