The UK's National Audit Office reports that clean heat pump uptake is half the government's target, hampering emissions reduction efforts in homes.
The UK National Audit Office warns that uptake of clean heat pumps is less than half the expected levels under the government's flagship programme, slowing progress on cutting emissions from homes. High costs and low public awareness have hindered efforts to encourage individuals to install heat pumps, which are a key element in the UK's goal to make homes greener. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero has failed to meet the expected uptake of heat pumps, and the NAO recommends that the government should consider making a decision on the role of hydrogen in the transition from fossil fuel heating earlier than the 2026 target, and develop a long-term consumer engagement plan to deliver on clean heating goals.
March 17, 2024
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