OFTEC calls for recognition of the unique challenges faced by off-grid communities to be turned into formal policy support for...

OFTEC calls for recognition of the unique challenges faced by off-grid communities to be turned into formal policy support for...

The RHO is expected to play a central role in determining how renewable liquid fuels, such as HVO, can contribute...

The extraordinary public response to the Government’s consultation on alternative low-carbon heating solutions, produced almost 16,000 supportive responses for the...


Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may...

The decision acknowledges that “a one size fits all approach does not work” when it...

A new and expanded role for Malcolm Farrow will allow him to build on the...

With heightening demand for manufacturers to support net-zero ambitions, Greg Banham, Commercial Director for Navien...

The last twelve months have seen significant changes in the fuel supply industry. UKIFDA’s CEO,...

Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?
As a regulated waste it is vital that glycol is disposed of in the correct way.

This guidance refers specifically to the social rented sector.

With much discussion on HVO appearing in trade journals over the last couple of years, this article is intended to...

A Zeno R290 Heat Pump replaced an old air source unit in the historic Gamekeeper’s Lodge at Castle Ward with...

With the consultation open for a few more days, the huge number of submissions already received from rural communities and...

New Government plan is welcomed as 'a key moment for energy affordability' with its potential to lift a million families...

The revised and newly-published Warm Homes Plan indicates large-scale support for electrification but leaves unanswered questions around rural, off-grid, oil-fuelled...

Over 3,000 oil heated households, technicians and fuel distributors have already responded to the government heating consultation.


The ASHP installer on-demand training course is now available on Grant eLearning Academy following a...

The funding will deliver skills training in retrofit, insulation and solar PV to upskill transitioning...

It’s been a relatively quiet summer for heat policy developments, but things are about to...

OFTEC Chairman Neil Sawers calls support for renewable liquid fuels, urging oil technicians and installers...
Hand-picked for excellence, experience and a desire to give back, the three newly appointed inspectors are a real boost to...

Hands-on-training gives OFTEC staff the opportunity to deepen their understanding of latest burner technology and installation excellence.

In a chat with the new Chairman for OFTEC, Neil Sawers who is Grant UK's Technical Manager, we find out...

Warmflow shares enthusiasm for the additional investment in the Warm Homes Plan describing it as 'a transformative moment'.

OFTEC calls for recognition of the unique challenges faced by off-grid communities to be turned into formal policy support for...

The RHO is expected to play a central role in determining how renewable liquid fuels, such as HVO, can contribute...

Industry calls for a wider range of low carbon technologies to ensure households have a choice that suits their circumstances.

Increased incentives for electrification may mean that, for oil heating professionals, the strongest position may be to combine today’s oil...

The decision acknowledges that “a one size fits all approach does not work” when it comes to decarbonising home heating.

New survey finds that low-carbon heating is becoming central to how heating engineers make a living.

There is a very mixed picture across fuel prices but, despite movement upwards, oil remains the cheapest fuel.

The government publishes its Warm Homes plan setting out polices around the transition to low carbon homes.

Consultation provokes unprecedented response calling for support for renewable liquid heating fuels.

For self-employed technicians and small businesses, private healthcare can be particularly valuable, helping to reduce the impact of illness or...

Margaret Major, Managing Editor of Oil Installer, joined a delegation of villagers from Kehelland, Cornwall who took their message of...

Sally Buist joins the OFTEC team bringing expertise and insight that will be a valuable asset as OFTEC continues to...

OFTEC is currently looking for talented and conscientious ex-heating professionals to join its network of self-employed regional inspectors.

A new and expanded role for Malcolm Farrow will allow him to build on the success he has already achieved...

With heightening demand for manufacturers to support net-zero ambitions, Greg Banham, Commercial Director for Navien UK, explores how the leading...

The last twelve months have seen significant changes in the fuel supply industry. UKIFDA’s CEO, Ken Cronin, provides an update...

Warm Homes Plan delayed – but will renewable liquid heating fuels be included?

A full report of the excellent outcomes from discussions held at the recent OFTEC Technicians Forum.

Extending registration not only enhances professional credibility but also aligns technicians with the long-term needs of the market.

A full industry report from David Blevings for OFTEC Ireland, on progress being made in carbon reduction in Ireland and...

All the latest updates from the OFTEC Technical team as published in the winter issue of Oil Installer magazine.

The liquid fuel heating industry welcomes the DESNZ consultation that includes consideration of renewable liquid fuels.

OFTEC has challenged the outcome of the recent government consultation on the Clean Heat Market Mechanism suggesting it penalises manufacturers...

Malcolm Farrow is promoted to Director of Marketing and External Affairs at OFTEC as part of the organisation's long term...

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