Heat Pump Association highlights the sector’s commitment to supporting newly qualified installers

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has published new survey results highlighting the range of sector support available for newly qualified heat pump installers offered by its members.

The infographic outlines the types of support available from manufacturers, distributors, training providers and installation businesses, as well as feedback from respondents on the effectiveness of current support and plans for future initiatives.

This follows the recent government announcement of an additional £5 million in funding to extend the Heat Training Grant until March 2026, which will support training for a further 5,500 heat pump installers and 3,500 heat network professionals. With over 10,650 individuals already trained through the scheme in the first 2 years, this continued investment represents a vital step in growing the workforce needed to deliver the UK’s low-carbon heating targets.

To maximise the impact of this investment, it is key that those completing training are supported in applying their skills in real-world settings. In 2024, a record 9,062 individuals successfully completed a recognised heat pump qualification. However, HPA modelling suggests that up to 39% of those who complete the training do not always go on to actively install heat pumps immediately.

Whilst gaining a qualification is an important first step, further support is essential to help new installers build confidence, gain practical experience, and maintain high standards of heat pump installation when working in UK homes and businesses.

This infographic offers a high-level view of the types of support currently in place across the sector – aiming to help inform ongoing conversations about how to build a strong heat pump workforce.

The survey, with responses HPA member organisations, found that:

Nearly 80% of respondents currently provide additional support for installers who have recently completed a recognised training course, with over 60% of offerings available at no extra cost.
The most popular types of support include in-person mentoring, digital support via an app and enhanced training packages which may include sales and customer engagement guidance, service and maintenance training, or a quality check and review of installations.
Additionally, many organisations recognised the need for further investment – 50% of respondents indicated they have plans to expand their support offerings in the future.

Commenting on the release, Laura Thomas, Chair of the HPA Training Working Group said: “It is vital that we have a skilled and confident workforce to deliver the growth in heat pump deployment needed to reach the Government’s carbon reduction targets. The results from this survey highlight the steps being taken by the sector to support newly qualified installers beyond gaining a qualification. However, we recognise that challenges remain, and as an industry we must continue to work together to expand and improve the support available, ensuring more installers can transition from completing a qualification to actively installing heat pumps.”

The HPA will continue to work with industry and stakeholders to explore ways to strengthen support for newly qualified installers and address the barriers they face.

View the infographic here: LINK

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 120 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

New RCD Guidance Published to Support Heat Pump Installers

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has teamed up with electrical certification bodies NAPIT and NICEIC to produce comprehensive Guidance for Heat Pump Installers to assist in choosing the appropriate residual current device (RCD) for their projects.

In 2024, nearly 100,000 heat pumps were sold in the UK, up 63% from 2023, highlighting the rapid growth of heat pump integration in electrical installations.

The new Guidance focuses on domestic heat pump installations. It covers the RCD selection process, explains the different types of RCD on the market and their properties, and outlines the specific requirements and considerations to safely and robustly protect heat pump installations. The user-friendly format covers a 4-step process, followed by frequently asked questions to help installers understand the various considerations. The guidance is intended to be informative for those with an interest in the subject and instructive for those with electrical competence.

Commenting on the release, Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive at the Heat Pump Association said: “The Heat Pump Association is dedicated to supporting installers and promoting high quality heat pump installations to improve the consumer experience. This new Guidance adds to the HPA’s ongoing efforts to support the sector as it scales up to meet increasing demand. It aims to simplify the RCD selection process and provide clear answers to common questions.”

A representative from NAPIT said: “Providing technical guidance to Competent Persons on the installation of renewable technologies, to ensure they perform to their optimum levels and leave consumers satisfied, is an unceasing objective for NAPIT. Being involved in this guidance bolsters this commitment when it comes to Heat Pumps. As a nation, we are well aware of the targets set out in front of us, and although these may feel steep, we believe these to be achievable with the correct tradespeople doing efficient installs of these technologies.”

A representative from NICEIC said: “NICEIC is pleased to have partnered with the Heat Pump Association and industry partners in developing comprehensive guidance for heat pump installers. This guide will streamline the understanding and implementation of RCD protection requirements, empowering installers to deliver safe and reliable heat pump systems.”

This initiative underscores the HPA’s commitment to supporting heat pump installers. With heat pumps playing a pivotal role in the transition to net zero, maintaining these systems to a high standard is critical to ensuring their efficiency, performance, and reliability.

For more information and to access the Guidance, visit the HPA’s technical resources page: LINK

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

Heat Pump Association reacts to Conservative Leader Net Zero Speech

In response to the Conservative Leader, Kemi Badenoch’s speech on Net Zero, Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive at the Heat Pump Association, said:

“During a time of significant progress, market growth and investment in the UK to reduce carbon emissions, this speech risks undermining confidence in the market, without providing an alternative plan.

Net Zero is an outcome, not an ideology, which should not be used to divide us, and which will only be achieved through collaboration, consensus and certainty. Reducing our carbon emissions will not only be better for the planet but also the UK’s economy with the CBI reporting net zero economy growth by 10% and adding £83 billion to national income last year.

Today’s speech has misrepresented the CCC’s objectives for heat pumps, it has never been suggested that consumers should ‘rip out’ working fossil fuel heating systems, rather promoting, through the natural cycle of replacement and new installations, that low carbon heating systems are installed.

Of course, this transition must be carefully navigated, ensuring consumers are protected from excessive cost and receive quality products and installations, and an inordinate amount of work is being done by the Government and the sector to ensure this is the case.

Business confidence rests not just on what the current Government says, but on the consensus across all major parties on climate action.

We urge the Conservative party to reconsider its approach to Net Zero policy, and work with the Government to develop a cross-party, politically palatable roadmap to achieving Net Zero which can be supported by all. This will shore up confidence in the supply chain and result in sustained levels of economic growth during a time of significant importance for the sector.”

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

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Heat Pump Association reacts to Climate Change Committee Carbon Budget 7 Advice

Heat Pump Association Chief Executive reacts to Climate Change Committee Carbon Budget 7 Advice to Government

Commenting on the release of the Climate Change Committee’s Carbon Budget 7 – Advice to Government, Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of the Heat Pump Association said:

“The message is clear – to meet carbon budgets we must decarbonise heat from buildings, with 14% of the emission reductions expected by 2040 to come from homes. The CCC has set out the importance of electrifying heat, identifying heat pumps as a pivotal technology in this transition with 450,000 heat pump installations needed per year by 2030, reaching 1.5m by 2035. Yet it is clear that Government intervention is required to support and streamline the transition today to create the savings for the future.

Implementing the Future Homes and Buildings Standard without delay is crucial to avoid compounding the challenge of decarbonising heat from buildings.

Fundamental to this transition is addressing the disparity between electricity and gas prices. As emphasised in CB7, this step is vital to accelerating electrification in key sectors like heating and surface transport, which are crucial for achieving significant carbon emission reductions over the next decade.

We welcome the focus on the impact on consumers analysed within CB7, as their behaviour and choices are essential to achieving the emission reductions required. We must make this transition a just transition, and bring consumers along in a positive, responsible and fair way. This will require strong leadership, and some challenging decision making from the Government over the next few years, but what CB7 shows- is that achieving net zero is possible.”

Read the full advice here.

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

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New European Heat Pump data highlights need for UK policy certainty to sustain industry growth

New data published by the European Heat Pump Association shows that heat pump sales have fallen by an average of 23% in 13 European countries in 2024 compared to 2023.

Whilst the UK bucked the trend in 2024, witnessing a 63% increase in hydronic heat pump sales, this alarming European data underscores the importance of policy certainty to support sustained growth.

The EHPA have identified three reasons for the decline; 1) a change in Government funding and support, 2) the cost-of-living crisis and 3) the low subsidised price of gas. They report the knock-on effect on jobs, with 4,000 being cut due to the declining market.

Commenting on the release, Heat Pump Association, Chief Executive, Charlotte Lee said:

“The statistics from Europe highlight the important role of Government in providing policy certainty to support sustained heat pump market growth.

In the UK, 2024 saw healthy growth in hydronic heat pump sales, in part due to stable policy support such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and Energy Company Obligation, and an increasing number of heat pumps being installed in new build housing. However, to sustain and strengthen this level of growth and encourage further investment in UK manufacturing and in growing a skilled and competent workforce, there needs to be a clear, credible heat decarbonisation transition plan published by the Government which includes a detailed heat pump installation pathway, supported by policy and regulatory change.

The swift publication of the Government’s response to the Future Homes and Building Standards consultation, regulation updates to implement the changes to permitted development rights for air source heat pumps along with meaningful action taken to reduce the price of electricity relative to gas are essential for supporting continued growth in the UK heat pump market.”

For more details on the EHPA’s data visit: https://www.ehpa.org/news-and-resources/press-releases/heat-pump-sales-drop-23-in-2024-leading-to-thousands-of-european-job-losses/

For more details on the HPA visit: www.heatpumps.org.uk

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

Heat Pump Association Launches Annual Service Checklists for Air, Ground and Water to Water Heat Pumps

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) has launched new Air, Ground and Water to Water Heat Pump Annual Service Checklists, developed by the HPA’s Technical Working Group. These checklists outline the recommended minimum annual service checks for heat pump systems, providing valuable guidance for those working in the sector.

The checklists are designed to be a resource for situations where manufacturer-specific guidance on service and maintenance checks is unavailable. Whilst not intended to replace manufacturer guidelines, the HPA checklists are a useful reference point for reviewing the effective operation and longevity of air to water, ground and water source heat pumps. By outlining fundamental service practices, these aim to enhance consistency and reliability across the sector.

Commenting on the release, Tony Lathey, Chair of the HPA Technical Working Group said: “The Heat Pump Association is committed to improving standards and providing clear, practical guidance to the sector. These annual service checklists are the result of collaborative efforts from leading industry experts. They set a baseline for best practices, supporting installers in servicing and maintaining hydronic heat pumps effectively, in the absence of manufacturer-specific guidance.”

This initiative is part of the HPA’s ongoing efforts to support the sector as it is scaled up to meet the increasing demand for low-carbon heating solutions. With heat pumps playing a pivotal role in the transition to net zero, maintaining these systems to a high standard is critical to ensuring their efficiency, performance, and reliability.

For more information and to access the checklists, visit the HPA’s technical resources page: http://hpa-bye-bye-divi.local/resources/technical-resources/

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

Record year for UK heat pump sales and training

New data from the Heat Pump Association (HPA) reveals that 2024 saw a significant 63% increase in hydronic heat pump sales, and a 15% increase in individuals completing a recognised heat pump training qualification.

The HPA’s factory gate sales data shows that 98,469 hydronic heat pumps were sold in the UK in 2024. This growth is largely driven by a 64% increase in Air to Water Monobloc sales and a 100% growth in the ‘other heat pump’ category which includes Domestic Hot Water Heat Pumps, Exhaust Air Heat Pumps and Integrated Hybrid Heat Pumps. This growth profile reflects the ongoing innovation and investment in broadening the adoption of a diverse range of heat pump technologies.

After a modest 4% growth in sales between 2022 and 2023, this increased level of deployment should provide enhanced confidence to the market that the sector is in a good place to meet expected increases in demand in the coming years. The HPA is encouraged by this strong growth, which has been supported by Government schemes such as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme and the Energy Company Obligation with MCS heat pump notifications accounting for 60% of total sales.

To meet demand, growth in sales must be accompanied by a growth in the skilled heat pump workforce. 2024 saw 9,062 individuals successfully completing a recognised heat pump training qualification – a 15% increase on 2023 levels.

Whilst this level of growth is welcomed, substantial efforts are still needed to ensure heat pump deployment and workforce growth reach the levels required to reduce UK carbon emissions in line with legally binding targets. The previous Government’s target of 600,000 heat pump installations per year by 2028, and the Climate Change Committee’s recommendation of heat pumps in 10% of UK households by 2030, remain a challenging goal. Meeting such will require swift, decisive government action, and the heat pump industry remains committed to working collaboratively with government, consumers and stakeholders to deliver the scale needed.

Commenting on the growth, Minister for Energy Consumers Miatta Fahnbulleh said:

“It’s fantastic to see huge progress on heat pump installations, with thousands of people now benefiting from clean heating in their homes.

We are keeping up this momentum by almost doubling the budget for our Boiler Upgrade Scheme in the next financial year, giving more families £7,500 off the cost.

At the same time, our Heat Training Grant will have provided a further 10,000 opportunities by April to train up heat pump and heat network professionals, supporting skilled jobs across the country.”

Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of the HPA, said:

“2024 was a pivotal year for the UK heat pump market, and it’s fantastic to share our figures showing a 63% increase in heat pump sales and 15% increase in individuals successfully completing heat pump training. This unprecedented, accelerated growth is a sign of progress and reflects the sector’s dedication and determination to scale up to support the decarbonisation of heat in UK homes and buildings.

However, to sustain and strengthen this level of growth and encourage further investment in UK manufacturing and in growing a skilled and competent workforce, there needs to be a clear, credible heat decarbonisation transition plan published by the Government which includes a detailed heat pump installation pathway, supported by policy and regulatory change. This will provide the confidence the market needs.”

HPA Members receive more frequent and granular UK Heat Pump sales data updates. To find out more about HPA membership visit: http://hpa-bye-bye-divi.local/membership/

For more information on the Heat Pump Association and to access the statistics page, please visit http://hpa-bye-bye-divi.local/statistics/

Notes to Editors:

The HPA’s statistics are compiled using data provided by HPA manufacturing members and market estimation techniques to extrapolate data that represents the entire UK Heat Pump Market. By sharing this factory-gate sales data, the HPA aims to support the sector in making data-driven decisions.

Data referenced in this release in relation to training is based on the number of individuals who have successfully completed one of the Heat Pump training courses that are eligible for the Heat Training Grant.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

elementalLONDON announces partnership with the Heat Pump Association

Heat Pump Association announces partnership with elementalLONDON

The Heat Pump Association (HPA) is delighted to announce the formation of a new partnership with the elementalLONDON (ExCeL London, November 19-20 2025).

Reflecting and enhancing the success of the elemental digital platform, elementalLONDON will have the ethos of Advancing the efficiency of buildings at its core. It will deliver an exhibition and content programme created around the wants and needs of its audience that combines deep insight with practical understanding of the challenges faced by building owners and operators, and the entire supply chain, across commercial and residential projects.

The partnership will enable elementalLONDON and the HPA to work together to raise awareness of the use and benefits of heat pump technology, and to promote the pathway to a more sustainable future. HPA members will be invited to connect with over 4,000 specifiers at the live event, all looking for the latest solutions to optimise the efficiency of their buildings. The HPA will also be contributing key content and speakers to the elementalLONDON content programme.

Olivia Smalley, Head of Policy and Communications at the HPA, comments: “The HPA represents over 100 organisations working towards the collective goal to accelerate the deployment of all types of heat pumps UK wide. Our partnership with elementalLONDON is a welcome step in engaging directly with building owners and operators to showcase how heat pumps can contribute to a more efficient and environmentally friendly future for both residential and commercial buildings. We are excited to share our insights through this partnership and to support the event.”

Felicity Reese, elementalLONDON Partnerships Manager, adds: “We are delighted to have the support of the HPA, the UK’s leading authority on the use and benefits of heat pump technology, for elementalLONDON. We look forward to having its valued input into the elementalLONDON content programme and to welcoming its members to ExCel London in 2025 and beyond.”

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

Improvement in Heat Pump Performance highlighted by new Electrification of Heat Demonstration Report

The Heat Pump Association welcomes the publication of the Electrification of Heat Demonstration (EoH) report, funded by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). This comprehensive study sought to explore the feasibility of a large-scale rollout of heat pumps across the UK, primarily focusing on evaluating their suitability for a wide range of homes and capturing customer feedback.

Key findings from the report indicate advancements in heat pump technology and performance since 2017. The EoH project monitored 742 heat pump systems installed across a range of dwelling types and ages, providing valuable insights into their effectiveness in different environments. Notably, the median Seasonal Performance Factor (SPF) for Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) surpassed previous benchmarks improving by over 10% compared to previous installations, highlighting improvements in efficiency compared to 2017 levels. Additionally, compared to a typical fossil fuel heating system efficiency of 84%, the report highlights an average of 293% efficiency for the sampled ASHPs.

Commenting on the report release, HPA Chief Executive, Charlotte Lee said: “I am encouraged by the findings of the Electrification of Heat report’s results, which demonstrate improvements in heat pump performance and highlight their potential as an efficient, effective, scalable solution for decarbonising heat in all property types across the UK. This report demonstrates the ongoing investment in research and development within the sector and reinforces the commitment to driving further advancements to enhance heat pumps’ role in achieving our net-zero ambitions.”

Furthermore, the report emphasises innovations within the industry, including improvements in refrigerant use such as R290 and R32, which contribute to improved efficiency. Other innovations such as low design temperatures, weather compensation, and mechanical design enhancements are also noted as supporting factors in the ability to accelerate heat pump deployment at scale.

The report underscores the suitability of all property house types and ages for heat pump installation, dispelling any notion of limitations based on housing characteristics. Additionally, it emphasises the importance of electricity-gas price ratios in driving the adoption of heat pumps, further highlighting the role of policy and market dynamics in accelerating deployment and the importance of immediate Government action to tackle the price of electricity compared to gas.

Unfortunately, the number of ground source heat pumps installed in the EoH trial was not statistically sufficient to draw any conclusions. However, an additional DESNZ funded data study of in-situ Heat Pump Performance Analysis of 1,717 installations in 2017–2022 also published today, found evidence of heat pumps performing well. The average GSHP SPF had improved by 10% from 2017 to 2022, and exactly one third (33%) of GSHPs and 8% of ASHPs were performing at SPF 3.5 or above.

This report noted a gap between average design SCOPs and average in-situ SPFs, and to address this, the HPA has been working with the MCS Heat Pump technical working group to update its standard MCS 031 “Heat Pump Pre-sale heat pump performance calculation”, which was released yesterday.

Importantly, the report also acknowledges variations in performance attributable to factors such as the type of heat pump installed, consumer behaviour, and installation design. Addressing these variations will be essential for ensuring optimal performance across all installations.

The Heat Pump Association remains committed to collaborating with industry stakeholders to drive further advancements in heat pump technology and deployment, to facilitate the transition to net zero homes and decarbonised heating across the UK.

Read the Electrification of Heat Reports in full here.

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.

Heat Pump Association welcomes Minister for Energy Consumers at first Annual Reception

On the 27th of November, the Heat Pump Association (HPA) held their first Annual Reception, gathering members and key stakeholders from across the heat pump sector.

The event, held in London followed on from the HPA’s final Full Member Meeting of 2024, and gave the opportunity for industry representatives to network and celebrate collective progress towards decarbonising the UK’s heating sector.

Following a welcome by HPA Chief Executive Charlotte Lee, the audience heard from Minister for Energy Consumers Miatta Fahnbulleh MP. With her evident enthusiasm for advancing heat decarbonisation and commitment to engaging closely with the industry, her presence was warmly welcomed.

The speeches concluded with HPA Chair, Craig Dolan awarding an Honorary Membership to Graham Wright in recognition of his lasting contributions to the heat pump sector, and an Exceptional Member Contribution Award to Tony Lathey, the HPA’s Technical Working Group Chair for his dedication to the Association.

Reflecting on the event’s success, Charlotte Lee, Chief Executive of the HPA said:

“The HPA’s first Annual Reception was a brilliant event, providing a platform to celebrate the tremendous progress the sector has made in driving the decarbonisation of the UK’s heating systems. It’s all too easy to dwell on what is still left to do, and whilst we don’t underestimate the challenges ahead, significant progress has been made and there is much to celebrate. It was an honour to welcome Minister for Energy Consumers, Miatta Fahnbulleh MP and to present two awards of recognition and outstanding contributions to our members.”

This year’s reception was made possible by the generous support of our members, and our gold (Kensa, NIBE) silver (Intergas, Jaga, Heatly, City Plumbing) and bronze sponsors (LCL Awards, Correla)

Representatives from key sponsors shared their reflections on the HPA’s first Annual Reception.

Paul Smith, Managing Director at NIBE, commented “I was delighted to take part in what was such a well-attended reception, with representatives from across the heat pump industry, all of whom share NIBE’s passion for the important role heat pumps have to play in decarbonising the UK. It was great to have the opportunity to communicate NIBE’s views on the evolution of heat pumps, including a call to give Exhaust Air Heat Pumps a more prominent role in the low carbon landscape, while addressing key barriers to change and acceleration. I was also pleased to see Miatta Fahnbulleh MP, Minister for Energy Consumers at the event; indicative of the government’s support for our sector.”

Tamsin Lishman, CEO of Kensa, also said “This feels like a hugely optimistic time for the heat transition and our mission to upgrade the nation’s heating. There is a real sense of momentum following the government’s recent Warm Homes Plan announcements and the huge amount of work now underway to deliver on the ground. While net zero is our long-term objective, for households, the need for better, more affordable heating is the absolute priority, and that is where our industry’s focus must be. It was fantastic to support the HPA’s Annual Reception, showing that the government and the heat pump sector are in lockstep on this, and I look forward to working with the Minister to deliver our goal of better heating for all.”

The 2025 Annual Reception marked a milestone for HPA and highlighted the sector’s continued collaboration and commitment to achieving the UK’s decarbonisation targets.

To find out more about the HPA, its work and its members visit here: http://hpa-bye-bye-divi.local/

Notes to Editors:

For media inquiries, please contact:

Olivia Smalley

Head of Policy and Communications

Email: Olivia.smalley@thehpa.org.uk

The number of installers who successfully completed recognised heat pump training course figures from the previous 4 quarters (Q4 2023 and Q1-3 2024), is 8,919. The report indicates that to be on track, the sector needs to train 10, 267 annually which requires a 15% increase in the current training provisio

About the Heat Pump Association:

The HPA is the UK’s dedicated voice for the Heat Pump Sector, driving widespread deployment of heat pump technology throughout the UK. Our membership includes the country’s leading manufacturers of heat pumps, components, and associated equipment as well as energy companies, certification bodies, installers and training providers. We currently represent over 100 member organisations working in the heat pump sector, with our members representing around 90% of the volume of heat pumps sold in the UK market.