The government has been urged to clarify its stance on banning gas boilers in new properties. While there was previously a commitment to ban boilers by 2035, there has been a backtrack on this policy. The Future Homes Standard, to be published later this year, may still outlaw gas boilers on new properties. Kat Auckland, from Geo Green Power, argues that it is “nonsensical” to continue building new homes with gas boilers, especially given the devastating impact of the climate crisis. She suggests that a clear policy deadline would benefit the industry, increasing demand and competition, and encouraging innovation and cost reduction. The government has already introduced a Boiler Upgrade Scheme, which provides grants for homeowners to replace gas boilers with low-carbon heating systems. Heat pumps can reduce carbon emissions by up to 70%, and the scheme is expected to be extended.
Government’s gas boiler policy ripped apart by renewable energy specialist
