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Daikin heat pumps make Wembley appearance

Opening the new facility (left to right): Infinity Energy head of marketing Natasa Chowdhury, Daikin UK MD Tomoji Miki, MP for Brent East Dawn Butler, and Infinity Energy MD Manoj Patel

UK: Daikin has officially opened a new Sustainable Home Centre in Wembley in collaboration with Infinity Energy Organisation. 

Infinity Energy Organisation provides innovative technologies and services, including energy-efficient products, training hubs, and expert consultancy. Additionally, the company assists clients in accessing government grants and schemes, making the transition to sustainable energy solutions more affordable. 

Daikin’s nationwide Sustainable Home Network provides localised support and resources to anyone considering the transition. The centres also offers free training to local engineers.

The centre gives homeowners the opportunity to see, touch, and experience a range of sustainable home solutions, including heat pumps, EV chargers and solar panels.

“Many people face constraints when it comes to making their homes more energy efficient. However, it’s crucial to embrace these solutions to help combat climate change and reduce energy consumption,” explained Infinity Energy Organisation MD Manoj Patel.

The official opening was attended by Dawn Butler, MP for Brent East and Daikin UK’s MD Tomoji Miki.

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