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Aaron Cushion
What the Autumn Budget 2026 Means for BUS ...

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.

What the Autumn Budget 2026 Means for BUS Funding
Industry News
Aaron Cushion
Warm Homes Loan Scheme opens the door for local ...

Alto Energy welcomes the launch of the Warm Homes Loan Scheme and explains how local plumbers can offer loan-funded, MCS-certified heat pumps through the Alto Assured MCS Umbrella Scheme.

Warm Homes Loan Scheme opens the door for local plumbers to offer heat pumps, says Alto Energy
Aaron Cushion
Battery Storage with a Heat Pump: Is It Worth ...

Already have a heat pump? Find out how battery storage could help you make better use of cheaper electricity tariffs, reduce running costs and decide whether a battery is right for your home.

Battery Storage with a Heat Pump: Is It Worth It?
Aaron Cushion
Start at Home Scotland: how the scheme works ...

Find out how Start at Home works for heating engineers and installers in Scotland, including the upcoming webinar, available funding and heat pump training opportunities.

Start at Home Scotland: how the scheme works for installers
Aaron Cushion
Alto Assured reaches 1,000 installers

More than 1,000 plumbers and heating engineers are now Alto Assured. Find out why installers are choosing to work with us and the support they get when taking on heat pump installations.

Alto Assured reaches 1,000 installers

Industry News

Millions of Jobs Could be Created in Renewables by 2030

Millions of Jobs Could be Created in Renewables by 2030

Nearly 700,000 jobs could be created in England for the low-carbon and renewable energy economy by 2030; which could rise to 1 million by 2050 - according to a report from the Local Government Association (LGA).

Britain Goes Coal Free

Britain Goes Coal Free

At midnight on Wednesday 10th June, Britain will have gone two whole months without burning coal to generate power, which is a very significant landmark. 10 years ago 40% of Britain’s electricity came from coal, so this is certainly a long way to come in a short space of time.

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Why you should choose an MCS installer for your Heat Pump project

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Why you should choose an MCS installer for your Heat Pump project

Just like with any heating system installation, you want to make sure you’re working with a competent company. However, with heat pumps it is especially important to ensure they are designed and commissioned correctly for the building.

Government to Target One Million Heat Pumps a Year by 2035?

Government to Target One Million Heat Pumps a Year by 2035?

As previous generations have invested into the gas and water grid, the UK must now invest in the ground source heat pump infrastructure in the 20’s.

Renewable Energy is Increasing in the UK

Renewable Energy is Increasing in the UK

Throughout the course of 2019, more of Britain’s electricity was generated from zero-carbon energy sources than fossil fuels. This is the first time since the Industrial Revolution - that’s quite a move for renewables!

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Renewables Surpass fossil fuels in the UK For The First Time

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Renewables Surpass fossil fuels in the UK For The First Time

For the first time since the UK’s first power plant opened in 1882, renewable energy sources have provided more electricity to UK homes and businesses than fossil fuels. This was recorded over the last quarter where the renewable electricity mix rose to 40%, new data shows.

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Global Climate Strike Day

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Global Climate Strike Day

Today millions of children are expected to join a global climate strike. Protesters are demanding an “end to the age of fossil fuels and climate justice for everyone”. The event has been sparked by campaigner Greta Thunberg, who is attending a protest in New York.

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The Heat Pump Market Is Growing

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The Heat Pump Market Is Growing

The latest industry analysis has shown that in 2018 the heat pump market grew by over 20% in units delivered compared to 2017. This growth is excellent news for the heat pump industry, as well as the environment, as heat pumps make significant carbon savings compared to traditional fossil fuel alternatives. It is also a sign of the times, as more customers are switching away from fossil fuel boilers and installing energy efficient heat pumps in their homes.

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UK Government to Commit to 2050 Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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UK Government to Commit to 2050 Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Following on from our blogs where we shared the latest advice from the Committee on Climate Change, we are delighted to share the news that the UK Government will be the first country in the world to write into law a net zero emissions target.

 

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