UK News
BESA repeats R290 competence concerns
UK: The Building Engineering Services Association (BESA) has called for all engineers working on R290 (propane) systems to receive appropriate specialised training for handling flammable refrigerants….
Lack of demand affects heat pump sales
UK: A lack of customer demand is holding back heat pump sales in the UK, according to a new report by sustainable innovation charity Nesta. …
Kensa in new-build homes deal
UK: Heat pump manufacturer Kensa has joined forces with utility company GTC to deliver low-cost renewable heating and cooling to thousands of new-build homes a year….
Airedale’s 1974 band leads 50th celebrations
UK: A band formed by employees of Leeds-based critical cooling company Airedale led the company’s 50th anniversary celebrations last weekend….
SBS opens Nottingham branch
UK: Smith Brothers has opened a new branch in Nottingham, the fourth new SBS branch to open in the last 12 months….
HPA lists heat pump priorities for future government
UK: The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has called for the incoming UK government to prioritise a number of key initiatives to provide the sector with confidence and clarity….
Wolseley acquires renewable equipment company
UK: The Wolseley Group has announced the acquisition of Renewable Equipment Solutions (RES), the Yeovil-based designer and supplier of bespoke domestic and commercial renewable equipment….
Hometree offers heat pump finance
UK: Energy services company Hometree has raised £250m of debt financing from Barclays to accelerate green home improvements with “pay as you save” finance for UK homeowners….
Amy Gittoes joins Climalife
UK: Amy Gittoes, the former commercial manager of the now defunct Hereford-based refrigeration company Arctic Circle, has joined Climalife UK….
Freedom for Baxi heat pumps
UK: Distributor Freedom Heat Pumps has added Baxi products to its portfolio, which already includes Samsung, Hitachi and Midea brands alongside a full range of complementary accessories and cylinders….