HEAT PUMPS
Across the sector, training providers are evolving to meet this demand. For example, at NIBE we’ve seen strong interest in structured, modular courses designed to support both newcomers and those looking to deepen their expertise. But this isn’t about any single off ering, it’s about a national push to equip the workforce at pace and scale. Upskilling is more than improving technical knowledge;
it’s also about building confi dence. Heat pumps operate diff erently from traditional fossil fuel boilers, and homeowners often rely on their installer’s expertise when making the switch. A well-trained installer can explain system operation, manage homeowner expectations, and ensure optimal performance from day one. That confi dence not only benefi ts the customer, but it also strengthens the entire market. It helps prevent poorly installed systems, protects reputations, and reduces call-backs and service issues. Meeting the UK’s net zero ambitions will require collaboration
across government, industry and training organisations. Policy frameworks from DESNZ can set the direction, but the practical delivery happens on the ground in homes, commercial buildings and training centres across the country.
Incentives, funding mechanisms, and accessible learning pathways can all play a role in encouraging more engineers to take that fi rst step into low-carbon technologies. Equally, industry has a responsibility to off er training that is practical, credible and aligned with regulatory standards. The decarbonisation of heat is one of the biggest
infrastructure shifts of our time. It will reshape how we heat our homes and workplaces, and it will create thousands of skilled jobs in the process. But this transformation can’t be delivered without people.
Upskilling the installer base is central to the UK’s ability to meet its climate targets. By investing in training and supporting new entrants into the sector, we can build a workforce that is capable, confi dent and future-ready. As an industry, we have a shared responsibility to lower barriers, raise standards and equip installers with the skills they need. The technology is ready. The demand is growing. Now it’s about ensuring the people delivering it are supported every step of the way.
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carbon heating sector is expected to expand rapidly over the coming decade, and the demand for skilled labour will grow with it.'
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