OFTEC’s Malcolm Farrow brings us up to date with heat policy developments
It’s been a relatively quiet summer for heat policy developments, but things are about to hot up, writes Malcolm Farrow, OFTEC’s head of public affairs.
Want your views to be heard? Join the expanding OFTEC technician committee!
The OFTEC technician committee is expanding to hear more voices. Last year OFTEC relaunched the technician committee, but now they feel it’s time to take on board more views.
OFTEC staff undertake specialist burner training at Riello HQ
Hands-on-training gives OFTEC staff the opportunity to deepen their understanding of latest burner technology and installation excellence.
An interview with Neil Sawers, the new OFTEC Chairman and Grant UK’s Commercial Technical Manager
In a chat with the new Chairman for OFTEC, Neil Sawers who is Grant UK’s Technical Manager, we find out more about Neil’s background, his thoughts on government preparedness for net zero and the role for the industry as well as sharing insight on the rile ahead.
Ireland greenlights a Renewable Heating Obligation
The Government in Ireland had proposed to introduce a renewable heating obligation (RHO) in 2026 for the heating sector.
System balancing: Why it is so important
There is no justification for not properly balancing systems. It’s one of the most straightforward methods for installers to enhance efficiency for their customers, increase comfort, and minimise expensive callbacks.
Heat decarbonisation a step closer as Ireland greenlights Renewable Heat Obligation
The approval of the Renewable Heat Obligation Bill 2025 is a major step to decarbonisation and a paradigm shift for Ireland’s heat market.
Heat policy update – it’s time to act
Why the Government’s Warm Homes Plan must deliver.
Does Ireland need a single energy market for liquid fuels?
An update from David Blevings, OFTEC’s Ireland Manager.
Latest OFTEC people updates
Richard Wyatt may be one of OFTEC’s most experienced.
Technician representative – sharing your voice with OFTEC
If you think OFTEC isn’t listening to you then read on…
Andy Kilby remembered
OFTEC remembers former inspector Andy Kilby
Disposal of redundant liquid fuel storage tanks
The correct way to decommission used tanks.
Join OFTEC on stand 5I74 at InstallerSHOW
OFTEC will present and exhibit at InstallerSHOW 2025
Industry programme equips Lewis Osborne for further achievement
Promotion for Lewis following course completion