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The East Midlands has come out on top as the best place to work in the trades, after Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ survey revealed that respondents in the region report less stress, fewer working hours, and shorter commutes than their peers across the UK.
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A new brand campaign aimed at guiding UK homeowners to find their perfect home heating system has been launched by Worcester Bosch:
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The astonishing rise of solar:
📈In 2000 1 GW of solar was installed globally. In 2024 it was around 2,000 GW.
📉Over same period prices dropped from $130/W to around $0.2/W in 2024.
Renewables training provider GTEC is offering installers in England a Heat Training Grant up to £500 off 3-day Air Source Heat Pump course, accredited by LCL Awards. It fully equips engineers to specify, survey, design & install heat pump systems up to 16kW. www.phamnews.co.uk/money-off-as...
Free from Russia’s grid, Lithuania advances towards 100% renewable power by 2030
Kensa, the ground source heat pump specialist, has launched its first in-house drilling service to meet rising demand for mass-scale GSHP deployment. This initiative aims to provide rapid, affordable, and high-quality GSHP solutions.
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Self-employed plumbers experienced an impressive 11% year-on-year increase in earnings to £1,142 in January 2025, despite a typical seasonal dip and a 3.8% decrease from December 2024 due to adverse weather conditions.
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As the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine approaches (24th February), the wholesale price of natural gas in the UK has reached a two-year high, at around 140 pence (p) per therm, says the ECIU.
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Installers are being urged to to verify their PPE suppliers after a new study by the British Safety Industry Federation found that 90% of personal protective equipment (PPE) from non-registered suppliers fails safety tests.
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Install a Saniflo product and get a free gilet when you register it online. @saniflo.bsky.social
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Great analysis by @michaelmazengarb.bsky.social - Australia tried "drill baby drill" and it gave itself a crippling energy crisis
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The UK government should provide immediate support for homeowners to retrofit 12 million homes in England that do not meet adequate energy performance levels, says the BRE.
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A new survey found that 86% of UK households with newly installed heat pumps were satisfied with their performance during the severe cold snap in early January. The study highlights a growing confidence in heat pump technology as an effective heating solution.
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The UK heat pump market experienced a 63% rise in hydronic heat pump sales in 2024, according to new data from the Heat Pump Association (HPA). A total of 98,469 hydronic heat pumps were sold, marking a significant increase compared to previous years.
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Consumer advocate Which? has named Octopus Energy, Utility Warehouse, and 100Green as the top energy suppliers for 2025, based on a survey of nearly 12,000 customers across Great Britain.
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We've finally made it out of the birdcage and into the Bluesky. Will take time to build up this identity, but in the meantime have a look at the latest issue of PHAM News online:
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