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Heat Pump Paradox: The Industry’s Adoption Divide

MarsMar 30, 202430 March 202413

To gauge the personal adoption of heat pump technology among experts, we conducted a poll targeting professionals in the heat pump industry. This simple survey aimed to show whether those

Ground Source Heat Pump Systems and Their Design

Brendon UysMar 24, 202424 March 20240

This article showcases a ground source heat pump installation I spearheaded, with Darren Jones expertly handling the plant room’s pipework. At the heart of this project is a 28kW single-phase

Perfectly Paired: Solar PV and Heat Pumps

HeatableMar 22, 202423 March 20242

Heat pumps hold the potential to significantly reduce the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels for heating homes. However, numerous challenges stand in the way of realising their full potential. These

Ditching Boilers: 60% of UK Homeowners Considering Installing a Heat Pump

MarsMar 21, 202422 March 20240

As the dialogue around sustainable energy solutions grows louder, heat pumps have been fully thrust into the limelight. The past few years have seen this technology transition from a relative

Heat Pump Winter Update: Setpoint vs. Weather Compensation

MarsMar 16, 202417 March 20240

It’s time to find out how our air source heat pump system performed this winter and whether set point flow temperatures are better than weather compensation. Takeaways

Aira Heat Pump: Stylish Scandinavian Heating

MarsMar 12, 202412 March 2024333

Aira has introduced the Aira Heat Pump, a product designed to shift European homes away from gas heating and towards electrification, leveraging advanced smart technology and sleek design. The Aira

Why Your MCS-Certified Installer Might Not Be As Competent As You Think

MarsMar 11, 202411 March 202416

When it comes to selecting an MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) certified installer for your heat pump installation, the certification might seem like a hallmark of competence and quality. However, a

Getting Heated: Podcast for Homeowners on Renewables & Heat Pumps

MarsMar 4, 20244 March 20240

Getting Heated is a new podcast aimed at homeowners interested in renewable heating technologies. Hosted by Kirsten and me (Mars), it focuses on discussing the world of renewables and heating

Maximising Savings: Navigating My First Year with Octopus Energy and Heat Pump Running Costs

Steve DMar 3, 20243 March 202414

To provide some context, we moved into a property in 2019 and selected Bulb as our gas and electricity provider. The property, constructed in the 1960s, features good insulation in

What’s Your Heating Identity? From Eco-Tech Savvy to No Choicer

Rachel LeeFeb 28, 202428 February 20244

Decarbonizing the UK’s heating system presents a significant challenge, primarily due to the country’s reliance on natural gas heating. Over 80% of heating in the UK is powered by natural