Oil heating technicians call on Burnham government to keep promises made to rural communities
The government is yet to reply to the Alternative Clean Heating consultation which closed in February and attracted 16,000 responses.
OFTEC calls for consumer protection to be technology neutral
The industry body has urged the government to ensure “any new consumer protections for home heating work must apply equally to every household, regardless of the technology or how the work is funded.”
Renewable Heat Obligation – when will it deliver?
So, liquid-fuelled boilers can have a viable future – they don’t have to run on 100% fossil fuel. However, Government needs to be bolder and embrace realistic targets that work for the sector, the homeowner and the decarbonisation targets.
Could cooling be the next opportunity for heating installers?
The UK has traditionally focused on keeping homes warm, but successive record temperatures are changing the conversation. Rising interest in air conditioning, the arrival of government support for air-to-air heat pumps and growing concern about overheating could create a new market for heating installers – although entering it will require more than transferring existing skills.
Government urged to pivot net zero spending to support homes adapting to extreme heat
With another heatwave expected towards the end of this month, the government is being urged to expand its decarbonisation strategy to help homes adapt to the UK’s changing climate.
Industry urges future Westminster leadership not to forget previous commitments
Andy Burnham is urged not to forget previous commitments to oil heated households if elected.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme grants increased for oil and LPG users
The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households think carefully before making the switch.
£9,000 heat pump grants for oil-heated homes: what it means for installers
Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may be to combine today’s oil expertise with tomorrow’s skills.
Industry responds to Boiler Upgrade Scheme funding increase for oil and LPG users
Industry calls for a wider range of low carbon technologies to ensure households have a choice that suits their circumstances.
Industry welcomes the Warm Homes Plan
Industry welcomes the potential for energy bill reduction but suggests the Warm Homes Plan ‘could have gone further’.
Grant UK welcomes the launch of the Warm Homes Plan
New Government plan is welcomed as ‘a key moment for energy affordability’ with its potential to lift a million families out of fuel poverty.
Liquid fuel heating technicians urged to respond to consultation shaping future of rural heating
Oil installers and technicians must respond to ensure customers’ needs are not overlooked.
Future Ready Fuel update following delay to Warm Homes Plan publication
The Warm Homes Plan has been delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
Warm Homes Plan delayed: Future Ready Fuel update
Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
Carbon reductions in Ireland – where is the appetite for sustainable biofuels?
A full industry report from David Blevings for OFTEC Ireland, on progress being made in carbon reduction in Ireland and calls for more urgent and ambitious policy.