In our March, we discussed amendments to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which included the removal of loft and cavity wall insulation prerequisites. Since then, more details have been released and clarity has been provided by the government.
Heat pumps are a fast growing technology in the heating market, offering energy-efficient and eco-friendly solutions for homes and businesses. However, like any innovative technology, heat pumps are not immune to misconceptions and myths that can hinder their widespread adoption. In this blog post, we discuss 9 prevalent myths surrounding heat pumps, shedding light on the facts and providing accurate information.
We’re excited to launch our 2023 Summer Service Event. This summer, book a heat pump service with one of our experienced heat pump engineers for just £195 + VAT. If you want total peace of mind for your heat pump, take advantage of our service plan offer and receive the first 3 MONTHS FREE. To book a service or to enquire about our service plans please call us on 01993 220699, or make an enquiry through the website.
Heat pumps are once again in the mainstream media, with The Guardian reviewing the performance of heat pumps over the winter period. Comments from new heat pump owners appear to be mixed with many of them experiencing winter for the first time without a gas or oil boiler.
Alto Energy has been hand picked by Samsung to participate in the Clean Heat Streets project due to our extensive heat pump design and commissioning experience. As an Oxfordshire based company, this is an important project for us and we’re excited to help Oxford transition to a net zero carbon city.
Yesterday Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a raft of policy changes regarding the UK’s approach to achieving net zero. The majority of the announcement related to pushing back the timeframes for bans on fossil fuel vehicles and boilers. However, the Prime Minister also announced a very welcome boost to the heat pump sector, with the news that the Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant will be increasing to £7,500 for all technologies.
In an exciting day for the heat pump industry, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is now open and accepting new grant applications. As an MCS certified contractor, as well as part of our Alto Assured Installer Scheme, Alto Energy is registered with Ofgem to administer BUS grant applications for our customers.
The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (“RHI”) scheme is closing to new applicants on 31st March 2022. Whilst we are still awaiting the confirmation of the final details from the Government about the closure of the scheme, we already have a good understanding of the plan from the Government’s consultation document earlier in the year, as well as a number of Ofgem workshops we have attended over the past few months.
The Government have today published their consultation response for the Future Support for Low Carbon Heat: Boiler Upgrade Scheme. This scheme will be the successor to the current domestic renewable heat incentive scheme, and will provide customers with an upfront grant to reduce the capital cost of installing a heat pump system.
