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GSHPA welcomes government's commitment to heat pump sector

The Ground Source Heat Pump Association (GSHPA) applauds the UK government's recent announcements aimed at bolstering the heat pump industry and advancing the nation's green energy objectives.

Policy Stability and Investment

"Policy certainty and stability are critical for continued investment in the UK's heat pump sector and its ability to support green growth," stated a GSHPA spokesperson. "The government's recent announcements are major steps in the right direction, providing much-needed clarity and funding commitments that enable businesses to make informed investment decisions."

Clean Heat Market Mechanism

The GSHPA strongly supports the confirmation of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism's introduction in April 2025. This policy is pivotal for expanding the UK's heat pump market, driving up installation numbers, and instilling confidence within the industry to invest and scale up. The association acknowledges the balanced approach in setting initial penalty levels for boiler manufacturers, ensuring a smooth transition while addressing potential market disruptions.

Boiler Upgrade Scheme

The association welcomes the £30 million increase in funding for the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which provides households with grants of up to £7,500 for installing heat pumps and biomass boilers. This initiative aims to make heat pumps more cost-competitive with traditional gas boilers, encouraging widespread adoption and contributing to significant reductions in energy bills and carbon emissions.

Warm Homes Plan

The GSHPA is encouraged by the early details of the Warm Homes Plan, which includes the Warm Homes: Local Grant and the Warm Homes: Social Housing Fund Wave 3. These programs are designed to provide energy performance upgrades and low-carbon heating solutions to low-income households and social housing, addressing fuel poverty and promoting energy efficiency across the nation.

Future Homes Standard

However, the GSHPA notes the absence of a clear timeline for the Future Homes Standard, a central policy for reducing reliance on gas and normalizing heat pumps in UK homes. The association urges the government to implement this standard promptly to accelerate the transition to sustainable, affordable heating solutions, benefiting both the environment and household finances.

The GSHPA remains committed to collaborating with the government and industry stakeholders to advance the adoption of ground source heat pumps, contributing to the UK's net-zero carbon emissions goal by 2050.

For further information visit gshp.org.uk