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EXPANDED BOILER UPGRADE SCHEME GETS THUMBS UP FROM INDUSTRY


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ndustry leaders from across the low-carbon heating sector have welcomed the Government’s decision to expand the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), describing it as a crucial step toward accelerating heat pump adoption and off ering households greater choice. Paul Smith, managing director at NIBE Energy Systems Limited said: “One of the most signifi cant changes for our industry is the decision to include Exhaust Air Heat Pumps (EAHPs) within BUS eligibility. EAHPs are a highly effi cient solution for many modern homes, particularly apartments and new builds, where their ability to recover waste heat and provide consistent, reliable heating and hot water makes them extremely eff ective.” Russell Dean, residential product group director at


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Mitsubishi Electric said: “The announcement is a welcome signal that the UK is serious about making heat pumps mainstream, and expanding the Boiler Upgrade Scheme to include air-to-air systems is a smart step that will open the door for more households to adopt more environmentally friendly heating and cooling.” Iain Bevan, Daikin’s residential new business director commented: “The inclusion of air-to-air heat pumps in the Boiler Upgrade Scheme is great news for the industry and householders. It is a clear recognition of the important role this technology has in the UK’s decarbonisation journey.


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DATACENTRES EMERGE AS KEY GROWTH ENGINE FOR VENTILATION A


s the UK construction sector continues to navigate a challenging landscape marked by weak housing output and tight margins,


the ventilation and air conditioning (VAC) industry is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. Driven by tightening building regulations, rising air quality standards, and the push for energy effi ciency, the sector is shifting from traditional product supply to performance-led system integration – with datacentre cooling emerging as a standout growth opportunity. According to the latest Barbour ABI report,


Ventilation and Air Conditioning Market 2025 – 2029, data centres now represent one of the fastest- growing segments in the non-residential VAC market. These mission-critical facilities, which can devote up to 40% of their total energy load to cooling, are fuelling demand for advanced, energy-effi cient systems that align with the UK’s increasingly stringent carbon and effi ciency standards.


Regulatory momentum reshapes market priorities Recent updates to Building Regulations Parts F, L, and O - alongside the forthcoming Future Homes Standard - have elevated ventilation and cooling to


core components of building design and compliance. As buildings become more airtight to meet energy performance targets, eff ective air exchange, fi ltration, and temperature control are no longer optional; they are essential for occupant wellbeing and regulatory adherence. This regulatory momentum is also reshaping the data centre landscape. Operators are investing in hybrid and free-cooling chillers, precision AHUs, and liquid cooling systems that incorporate heat recovery and variable-speed controls. These technologies not only ensure uptime but also support Net Zero commitments and reduce lifecycle costs.


From Compliance to Competitive Advantage Rather than acting as a constraint, regulation is becoming a catalyst for innovation. Compliance now serves as a value proposition, pushing manufacturers and specifi ers toward high-performance systems that blend comfort, health, and sustainability. In datacentres, this includes the adoption of low-GWP refrigerants, high-effi ciency fan technologies, and real-time environmental monitoring systems.This alignment of policy and technology is also opening doors for UK-based manufacturers and suppliers to expand into European markets.


Air quality meets energy strategy Barbour ABI’s analysis highlights a growing convergence between air quality and energy performance. In data centres, optimal airfl ow and fi ltration are now integral not only to hardware protection but also to environmental credentials. Innovations in demand-controlled ventilation, high-grade fi ltration, and thermal energy reuse are bridging the gap between operational performance and sustainability.


Industry outlook Anne Williams, research manager at Barbour ABI said: “The UK ventilation and air conditioning market continues to show steady resilience despite a subdued construction environment. Growth in 2025 is being sustained by tightening building regulations, the shift toward low-carbon technologies, and the increasing focus on healthy indoor environments. While the residential sector remains constrained, demand from non-residential projects – particularly in datacentres, healthcare, and education - is helping maintain market stability. Over the medium term, the Future Homes Standard and wider sustainability targets will further strengthen system uptake.”


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