With the number of heat pumps needing to increase dramatically, we explore why the economics don’t add up today and the urgent action needed to address this.
Many reports and articles published recently have assessed the current policy barriers and the range of potential solutions such as more favourable fiscal policy or greater grant support. However, only when you explore the indicative customer economics and business case drivers can you understand the level of support required on an individual project basis, where support is most needed, and how to prioritise action.
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