Heat Pump News Bites: 23 June 2025

Lower prices required to boost heat pump adoption

Late June's headlines focus on the critical role of electricity pricing and supportive policy in scaling UK heat pump adoption. While installation numbers are rising, affordability and stable incentives remain key to unlocking broader uptake.

1. Britain Must Lower Power Prices to Boost Heat Pump Adoption

The Committee on Climate Change (CCC) warns the UK won’t meet climate goals without cutting electricity bills—currently about 50% higher than pre‑2021 levels. They argue lower power costs are essential for widespread adoption of technologies like heat pumps and EVs.👉 Read more on Reuters

2. UK Can Reach Net Zero By 2050, CCC Finds

The CCC’s annual progress report reaffirms the UK is on track for net zero, citing strong uptake in heat pumps and EVs. It recommends reforming energy taxation to make electricity cheaper than gas to accelerate adoption.👉 Read more on The Guardian

3. UK Heat Pump Champions Call for More Support as Sales Stutter

Despite a 63% rise in UK sales last year, heat pump growth has slowed due to high upfront costs and expensive electricity. Champions urge consistent incentives and cheaper power to sustain momentum.👉 Read more on Financial Times

4. MP Urges Overhaul of Home Energy Efficiency Standards

Labour MP Bill Esterson highlights that two‑thirds of UK homes lack insulation, leading to high energy costs (36% spend more than 10% of income). He proposes national energy advice, apprenticeship training, and making electricity cheaper relative to gas.👉 Read more on The Times

5. Heat Pump Deployment Sees 56% Growth in 2024

The CCC reports a 56% increase in heat pump installations last year and removal of planning barriers. But with only ~1% of UK homes using heat pumps, the report stresses the need for electricity price reforms.👉 Read more on the CCC Report