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"Heating engineers across Britain are being encouraged to install government-funded heat pumps in their own homes, as part of a new push to accelerate the rollout of clean heating technology. The "start at home" initiative, spearheaded by research and innovation firm Nesta, offers engineers a fully funded heat pump and comprehensive training on its installation. This programme aims to equip professionals with practical experience before they fit the technology for customers. A pilot scheme conducted by Nesta previously demonstrated that supporting engineers to install their first heat pump at home significantly enhanced their technical knowledge, deepened their understanding of living with the system, and boosted their confidence in promoting it to clients. Experts underscore the critical role of widespread deployment of electric-powered heat pumps in replacing conventional gas boilers. This transition is essential for reducing carbon emissions and achieving the UK's ambitious target of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. To meet these goals, approximately 450,000 heat pumps"
The Independent solicits donations to fund reporters and maintain paywall-free journalism, citing coverage across topics including reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. The funding model asks supporters to enable free access for readers who cannot pay. In Britain, a Nesta-led "start at home" initiative provides engineers with fully funded heat pumps and installation training to build hands-on experience before customer work. A pilot showed home installation improved technical skills, understanding of living with the systems, and confidence in promoting heat pumps. Experts state widespread electric heat pump deployment is necessary to replace gas boilers and reach the UK's net-zero 2050 target.
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