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Leading energy suppliers, consumer groups, certification bodies, trade associations and NGOs are pushing UK homes to adopt affordable electric heat pump technology as soon as possible

A new campaign group, Electrify Heat, has been set up to lead the UK's shift from gas and oil-fired boilers to electric heat pumps, which is necessary to achieve the UK's net zero emissions target.

Electrify Heat's members include leading energy providers such as OVO Energy, Octopus Energy, Good Energy, Scottish Power and E.ON, and the Energy Saving Trust. The group is also supported by the Green Finance Institute and major trade associations, the UK Energy, sustainable energy associations, the Heat Pump Consortium, the Ground Source Heat Pumps Association and the Decentralized Energy Association. MCS is a standard organization for renewable products and installations and is a founding member.

For the first time in the UK, the campaign was launched at a critical time in UK energy policy, ahead of the government's Heat and Building Strategy, Net Zero Strategy and COP26.

Edward Robinson, lead spokesman for Electrify Heat, said:

Net zero in the UK is not possible without the transition from gas and oil-fired boilers to electric heat pump technology. But we need to move fast. 85% of UK households are heated by fossil fuels. Heat pump technology is available in some of the coldest countries in Europe, so now we need to develop our own UK market. Electrify Heat was created to help the government meet and exceed its goal of installing 600,000 heat pumps per year by 2028. Our event is made up of the most dynamic players in UK energy policy.

Policy chief Juliet Phillips said:

The current energy crunch highlights the fact that switching from natural gas to low-carbon electricity is a no-regret option that will ensure a smooth transition to a stable green energy system. There is a huge opportunity for the government to develop policies to achieve a vision of affordable electrified heating in UK households by 2030, as well as in the upcoming heating and spending review.

Member Quotes:

EON CEO Michael Lewis said:

"Switching from fossil fuels to electric heating is not only the right thing to do from an environmental point of view, it also helps to remove some of the dirty air from our streets and eliminate some of the fluctuations in energy bills caused by global competition." resource.

"Improving home heating and transportation is a bigger challenge than decarbonizing electricity generation because it involves individual decision-making for 30 million households across the country. We have to move people from needing change to actively wanting to change, which means ensuring that the greenest option is also the cheapest and easiest option.

"Initiating a process to reduce our dependence on natural gas includes eliminating nearly a quarter of the policy costs of electricity bills, providing a level playing field for electric heating to compete with natural gas, and encouraging customers to invest in cleaner, cheaper and more efficient energy sources." choose. ”

"We've seen success in upstream renewable energy generation and we're now offering the same services for electric vehicles, solar panels and batteries. Heating is the biggest challenge, but it will bring the biggest victory to our net zero goal. ”

Clementine Cowton, director of external affairs at Octopus Energy, said:

"Heat pumps are more efficient, safer and better at heating our homes than gas, and in the coming years the price of heat pumps will be as cheap as new gas boilers. There is no time to waste in reducing Britain's dependence on expensive, dirty gases. Let's keep working. ”

Jessica Tan, Managing Director of OVO Home, said:

"This is an important time to consider the economic advantages of decarbonizing homes and accelerating the rollout of heat pump technology. The UK is too dependent on natural gas for heating, and global gas prices have soared to unprecedented levels.

"Zero-carbon homes with heat pumps, energy efficiency and smart storage at their core are key. They can lower consumer bills, enable consumers to make money by trading energy with the grid, and increase the value of their homes when they are sold or sold. mortgage.

"We call on the government to provide a policy framework to ensure that all families can participate in an affordable transition. The urgent first step is to eliminate the electricity tax and provide grant support to low-income families. We can't leave anyone behind. ”

Kit Dixon, policy and regulatory manager at Good Energy, says:

Electrify Heat is a timely intervention in the energy sector, which has so far failed to make any real progress in decarbonization. It is vital that we act quickly to provide the impetus needed to move from fossil fuels to clean, renewable energy heating. The campaign will gain public support and help policymakers make the bold decisions necessary to push the UK into the next stage of net zero.

Emma Harvey, program director at the Green Finance Institute, says:

Heating for the built environment in the UK is one of the largest sources of emissions, accounting for 21% of the country's total emissions. Decarbonising our homes and buildings is critical to achieving the UK's net zero target. So we welcome the launch of Electrify Heat today and look forward to contributing to a constructive, results-oriented campaign to help achieve zero-carbon heating in the UK."

Rob McGaughey, head of Smart Heat at Scottish Power, says:

Scottish Power says: At Scottish Power, we are committed to a better, greener future. We produce only 100% green electricity and play a leading role in the fight against climate change; we take concrete steps to help the UK reduce carbon emissions and achieve net zero emissions by 2050. Using heat pumps to power home heating is the best path to a more sustainable future.

Bean Beanland, Director of Growth and External Affairs at the Heat Pump Federation, said:

The Electrify Heat campaign is a perfect fit with the wishes of our members. This decade is critical for the UK to have an opportunity to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, with thermoelectricisation essential for decarbonisation and improved air quality. Bringing the public with you is vital, and education and equity are at its core. Electrify Heat is the perfect medium to prompt the government to take immediate and decisive action.

Mike Thornton, CEO of Energy Savings Trust, said:

"The climate emergency is imminent, there is no time to waste, and we need to take positive action. We must make our homes more energy efficient and wean ourselves off our reliance on fossil fuel heating. Heat pumps are an important low-carbon heating technology that will help us achieve net zero emissions. For the UK to achieve its net zero target, we need real speed and scale to roll out heat pumps. The event will showcase the benefits of heat pumps and help people switch to low-carbon heating in their homes. Governments also need to be pushed to introduce policies that provide confidence, clarity, and certainty to unlock the investment needed to make this transition. ”

Jade Lewis, CEO of the Sustainable Energy Association, said:

Thermoelectricization is an important part of decarbonizing our homes and buildings to ensure they are fit for the future. Our members have been committed to prioritizing sustainable energy solutions for many years. Now is the time to act. During COP26 and beyond, governments, industry and the public must be aware of these technologies, understand their benefits, support the transition away from carbon-intensive heating systems, and play a role in solving problems. climatic change.

MCS CEO Ian Rippin said:

"The government is now in dire need of investment in retrofitting our homes and decarbonizing heating, especially given the range of proven zero-carbon solutions that can currently be used to decarbonise our homes. Heat pumps are a key solution to make our home heating more environmentally friendly, and the technology is now available for deployment. This movement group wants to amplify our call for urgent action now. It's time to work together to drive renewable energy use and give people confidence in their homegrown energy sources. ”