Sales of heat pumps in the UK have increased significantly, with a 27% rise last year, reaching 125,000 units. This growth is largely attributed to the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which offers grants to households for installing heat pumps, making them more financially accessible.
The shift towards heat pumps is driven by a desire to reduce reliance on fluctuating fossil fuel prices, particularly in light of recent geopolitical tensions affecting energy supplies. Unlike traditional gas boilers, heat pumps use renewable energy
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Euronews
