The Autumn Budget 2026 has brought welcome news for heat pump installers and homeowners, with the Boiler Upgrade Scheme protected and £400 million in annual funding confirmed.
Warm Homes Loan Scheme opens the door for local plumbers to offer heat pumps, says Alto Energy
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Start at Home Scotland: how the scheme works for installers
Alto Assured reaches 1,000 installers
Get £500 for your first Mitsubishi Ecodan installation
Heat Pumps for New Builds: What Developers and Self Builders Need to Know
BUS Grant Eligibility Update: £9,000 Grant for Oil & LPG Homes
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme has changed. From 21 July 2026, eligible off-gas homes in England and Wales heated by oil or LPG could receive a £9,000 grant towards an air source or ground source heat pump. Discover who qualifies, what the changes mean, and how Alto Energy can help homeowners and installers navigate the process.
Can an Air Source Heat Pump Cool a House? We Don't Recommend It
Can an air source heat pump cool a house? Yes, some systems can provide cooling as well as heating. However, for most UK homes, cooling with an air source heat pump introduces unnecessary complexity, including condensation risks, additional equipment and installation compromises. In this blog post, we explain how heat pump cooling works, why we recommend against it, and the alternative that usually delivers better comfort and value.
Alto Energy Becomes Mitsubishi Electric's Official MCS Umbrella Scheme Provider
Alto Energy to Attend Nesta's Start at Home Stand at InstallerSHOW
The New MCS Standards Have Raised the Bar. Has Your Umbrella Scheme?
Replacing Your Ground Source Heat Pump
Upgrading an aging ground source heat pump doesn't mean replacing everything. In most cases, the original ground loop can be reused, making replacement faster and more cost-effective than a full installation. Learn what's involved in the process, when it's time to replace your system, and how modern heat pumps can improve efficiency and performance.
Rising Energy Prices Drive Heat Pump Demand Across Europe
Heat pump sales across Europe rose 17% in early 2026, driven by higher energy prices and supply disruptions. France, Germany and Poland saw strong growth, while Austria declined after subsidy cuts. Around 575,000 units were sold, highlighting a growing shift toward efficient, low-carbon heating solutions despite uneven policy support.