The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.

The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.

The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households think carefully before making the...

With OFTEC now offering access to the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installer framework, businesses across the heating and renewables...


The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world...

Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical...

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

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

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...
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...

New guidance published by OFTEC includes funding for training and upskilling, alongside schemes that enable installers to undertake funded work...

Whether you’re interested in registration, training, or learning more about how renewable liquid fuels like HVO can help with decarbonising...

OFTEC marks the retirement of Inspection Manager John Vinter whose contribution has made a lasting impact on OFTEC and the...

A breakdown of the implications of the plans of the Irish Government to introduce ‘The Renewable Heating Obligation’ mandating all...

For those in the liquid fuels and off-grid heating sector, the plan is notable not only for what it includes...

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,...

With the consultation open for a few more days, the huge number of submissions already...

Over 3,000 oil heated households, technicians and fuel distributors have already responded to the government...
Responding to feedback, the registration portal on the OFTEC website has been updated to enable you to see all the...

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

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...

The changes focus on expanding eligibility, improving flexibility for installers, and strengthening consumer protections.

The grant increases are welcome news for heat pump installers, but OFTEC recommends that households think carefully before making the...

With OFTEC now offering access to the redeveloped Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) installer framework, businesses across the heating and renewables...

The American and Israeli attacks on Iran and Lebanon have sent markets around the world into turmoil and triggered significant...

Visitors to the stand can learn more about OFTEC’s registration options, speak to our technical staff, and discuss the latest...

This is a great opportunity for the liquid fuel sector, currently providing home heating oil for over 700,000 homes in...

Many oil heating technicians valued the opportunity to speak face to face with OFTEC.

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

Insurance is easy to overlook and many underestimate the true worth of equipment accumulated over years.

With fuel theft on the increase, this article explores some simple measures that may improve security and deter would be...

Paul plays a central role in ensuring OFTEC regional inspectors oversee compliance with relevant schemes.

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

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

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...

New guidance published by OFTEC includes funding for training and upskilling, alongside schemes that enable installers to undertake funded work...

Whether you’re interested in registration, training, or learning more about how renewable liquid fuels like HVO can help with decarbonising...

OFTEC marks the retirement of Inspection Manager John Vinter whose contribution has made a lasting impact on OFTEC and the...

A breakdown of the implications of the plans of the Irish Government to introduce ‘The Renewable Heating Obligation’ mandating all...

For those in the liquid fuels and off-grid heating sector, the plan is notable not only for what it includes...

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