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The UK government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) offers homeowners in England and Wales grants to offset the cost of switching to renewable heating systems. The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) provides £7,500 to homeowners replacing fossil fuel boilers with heat pumps. To qualify, applicants must own a property
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Aira's latest funding round signals a strategic expansion into residential heating electrification across Europe, with a focus on heat pump technology and accessible payment models. Aira has announced a €145 million Series B financing round, exceeding its initial €85 million target, to accelerate the adoption of heat pumps
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Katie White, MP, visited Vaillant's Belper facility to discuss scaling heat pump production and workforce readiness in line with the UK’s Warm Homes Plan. Katie White, parliamentary under secretary of state at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, toured Vaillant's heat pump factory
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Star Refrigeration has released a new collection of articles focusing on sustainable refrigeration and heating strategies, with an emphasis on industrial applications. The curated content aims to provide insights for businesses seeking to reduce their environmental impact and improve energy efficiency, particularly regarding F-Gas regulations. The collection addresses crucial aspects
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Good Energy has released a comparison of its services against those of Octopus Energy, highlighting differences in renewable energy sourcing and generation. The comparison details variances in fuel mix and renewable generator partnerships; the original article from Good Energy can be found here. Good Energy's fuel mix (April
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Good Energy, a founding partner of Heat Pump Week, is highlighting the benefits of heat pumps. The firm points to potential savings of up to £300 annually for a typical three-bedroom home replacing an aging boiler, with eligible homes also able to apply for a £7,500 grant. Switching to
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Swedish clean energy-tech firm Aira has opened a training academy in Sheffield, aiming to address the UK's shortage of heat pump installers. This venture forms part of Aira’s £300 million UK investment, with the goal of creating 8,000 new jobs over the next decade. The Aira
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Danfoss has launched its new DST P070 pressure sensor, a compact and reliable solution designed specifically for heat pump applications. The sensor addresses the increasing demand for space-saving components and compatibility with a wider range of refrigerants. Danfoss is addressing the practical implications of adopting new technologies with its new
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AREA, in partnership with World Refrigeration Day, has launched its fourth European Rising Stars Video Competition. The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration European Association (AREA), in collaboration with World Refrigeration Day, has announced the fourth edition of the European Rising Stars Video Competition, highlighting excellence and innovation among young professionals and
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The UK government has consolidated access to benefits and financial support information via a centralised online directory of links. The UK government's website now offers a single point of access to resources concerning benefits and financial assistance. This directory provides links for individuals to manage existing claims, find
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Star Refrigeration's commitment to staff development continues, with the firm achieving reaccreditation as an Investors in People Platinum employer. First accredited in 2003, the Investors in People framework benchmarks progress in areas such as empowering employees, reward and recognition, capability building, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Since
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Star Refrigeration has published its COVID-19 risk assessment following Government guidance. The company's announcement, available on its website, outlines measures implemented to reassure employees, contractors, and visitors; the assessment is available here. Key initiatives include bi-weekly Executive Board meetings to identify measures and support, regular departmental and management