Debunking heat pump myths
Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular as an alternative source of heating for many households. There are, however, many misconceptions and myths circulating about heat pumps, which are frequently shared...
Goodbye Set Points – Hello Weather Compensation
Air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are an effective and efficient heating solutions for homes, offering significant savings on energy bills and reducing carbon emissions. To fully optimise the performance of...
Expert Insights on Battery Storage, Net Zero and Tackling Fuel Poverty in the UK
Jason Howlett, CEO of GivEnergy, shares his insider insights on battery storage, and the role it can play in cleaning up the electricity grid, achieving net zero and their plan...
The DIY Route to an ASHP: How One Homeowner Took Matters Into Their Own Hands
I’m a 51-year-old data networks (IP) architect with a strong interest in all things engineering and tech, and a confident DIY plumber. I had already refitted and added multiple radiators,...
Do You Need Three-Phase Supply for Air Source Heat Pump and Electric Vehicle in the UK?
Most homes in the UK have a single-phase electricity supply, which is sufficient for the majority of household appliances. With the growing popularity and uptake of renewable energy solutions like...
Top Considerations When Choosing a Heat Pump for Your Home: Beginner’s Guide
If you’re considering upgrading your home heating system, a heat pump is an excellent option to consider. Heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular in the UK as a way to...
The Great British Heat Pump Disaster: A Satirical Investigation
The humble heat pump – that unsung hero of energy efficiency and home heating. But what happens when the people installing them are more akin to cowboys than qualified professionals?...
10 reasons to install a heat pump in the UK
As the world continues to focus on reducing carbon emissions, more and more homeowners in the UK are turning to sustainable solutions to heat their homes. One such solution is...
OFTEC’s New Heat Pump Training Courses & HVO Update
We catch up with Malcolm Farrow, Head of Public Affairs at OFTEC, to get an update on the HVO trial and whether there has been any progress in convincing the...
The secret workings of compensating heat pump controllers
If heating was a new technology and you were tasked with designing a system and components you would start by looking at what customers expect and want from the heating system....
