Daikin adds decarb status to partner programme
19th May 2025
UK: Daikin UK has added a decarbonisation status to its commercial installer and partner programme.
The scheme is designed to recognise and reward installer businesses that are taking steps to embrace sustainability and reduce their own carbon emissions.
According to Daikin, the D-carbonise Partner Status will give commercial installers formal recognition of their drive towards net zero, while also providing the tools and resources to win new projects, attract customers and stay ahead of industry changes.
The company insists that achieving the D-carbonise Partner status, allows installers to signal their commitment to delivering high-calibre installations that adhere to firm quality guidelines, as well as demonstrating that they are engaged on a structured carbon reduction path for their business.
“Through this new addition to our partner programme, we are building a reliable network of professional contractors who drive project success and, together, demonstrate our commitment to decarbonising the whole supply chain,” said Steve Molloy, Daikin UK’s sustainability and commercial solutions manager.
Becoming a D-carbonise Partner comes with a range of benefits designed to support business growth and sustainability efforts. In particular, D-carbonise Partners can access financial support from Daikin’s Business Development Fund (BDF) for green accreditations, and funding towards developing an independently verified carbon reduction plan.
Additional BDF contributions available to D-carbonise Partners include 100% funding for Partner With Confidence services and 50% contributions towards dual-branded charity and sponsorship initiatives, plus they can earn £5/kg into their BDF for reclaiming R410A refrigerant.
To become a D-carbonise Partner, installers must meet a set of criteria intended to ensure that all partners uphold the highest standards of environmental and operational excellence. To qualify, companies must have a verified carbon reduction or net zero plan in place and achieve at least bronze level in the Supply Chain Sustainability School. Membership of at least one recognised industry body such as Refcom Elite, BESA, Quidos F-Gas Premium, MCS or equivalent is also required, as is maintaining a social value plan that demonstrates measurable positive impacts on society and the environment.
It is also expected that partners will be purchasing Daikin decarbonisation products including R32 VRV, CZ-HT high temperature commercial heat pump, and Partner with Confidence services, as well as collaborating with Daikin on case studies where possible. Finally, F-Gas records must be shared on a system-by-system basis with detailed information about each system type, initial charge, additional charges, and end-of-life recovery data,
The launch of the D-carbonise Partner Status comes alongside a wider update of Daikin’s Commercial Installer and Partner Programme, which includes higher spend criteria, matched by new benefits at every level of the Certified Installer and D1 Partner programme.
Key improvements to the programme mean that certified installers will now receive BDF to spend on Daikin products and services a higher cap on their BDF. To encourage sustainable business practices, D1 and D1+ Partners will also earn £3/kg for reclaiming R410A refrigerant, plus double BDF for every VRV R32 unit purchased and a special bonus for sharing annual F-gas refrigerant reclaim data.
To encourage installers to make a positive social contribution, a new option has been introduced allowing customers to use up to £1,000 of their BDF on funding dual-branded charitable and sponsorship initiatives.
