An estimated 10% of greenhouse emissions and 16% of the UK's electricity consumption can be attributed to the use of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump equipment. We take a look at how the industry can become more energy- and resource-efficient, and highlight examples of good practice.

The UK government recently launched its Powering Up Britain initiative to address the challenges associated with relying too heavily on imported oil and gas. The initiative seeks to ‘secure the reliable, affordable energy needed to power Britain's future.’ Powering Up Britain currently serves as the government's road map for the future of energy. ‘By bringing together our Energy Security Plan and Net Zero Growth Plan, it explains how we will diversify, decarbonise, and domesticate energy production by investing in renewables and nuclear power to power Britain from Britain.’

Heat pumps are often now installed as heaters in new buildings. However, especially in old buildings, the operation can also have disadvantages. You will learn here how heat pumps work and the costs associated with the purchasing and installation of them.