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Recent U-turns in heating energy policy create uncertainty for future decarbonisation plans for manufacturing and engineering businesses operating off the gas grid. UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has proposed a delay in phasing out replacement fossil fuel boilers and heating systems in off-grid households until 2035. However, the Government’s current Heat and Buildings Strategy states a 2024 ‘boiler ban’ deadline for large non-domestic buildings, with all remaining non-domestic properties subject to the policy from 2026. The Government’s preferred solution to decarbonise properties is electrified heat pumps, which can be cost-prohibitive. At the time of writing, there is no clarity on whether this timeline for industrial and commercial buildings will be revised. Liquid Gas UK CEO, George Webb says: “We believe a mixed-
technology approach, including renewable liquid gases (RLGs), is the right path for decarbonising off-grid heating.”
Many off-grid businesses rely on liquified petroleum gas (LPG) as a reliable heating source for manufacturing processes, space heating and hot water. But many are looking to reduce environmental impact by considering greener alternatives. “LPG is a cleaner burning fuel compared to solid fuels, but we
recognise it doesn’t go far enough in tackling climate change, which is why the industry is transitioning to 100% renewables by 2040,” he says. “RLGs are futureproof fuels, offering low-carbon, ‘drop-in’ solutions to off-grid industries and properties using LPG.” The composition of RLGs makes them compatible with existing
LPG boilers and appliances, which is key to decarbonising hard-to- heat and hard-to-treat buildings. “They’re made from sustainable, biological feedstocks, offering up to 90% reduction in carbon emissions, can be transported in the same way as traditional LPG and also blended with it, providing a seamless transition,” says Mr Webb.
Amidst the policy confusion, a green light has been offered in
the Government’s Biomass Strategy, with the recognition of RLGs. “We’re pleased Government has shown support for RLGs as an important part of the future energy mix – offering a pragmatic, hybrid heating solution to reach net zero,” he says. Industry has invested more than £260 million into the
deployment of RLGs, with a forecast investment of £600 million over the next two years. “Those managing off-grid commercial buildings deemed unsuitable
for electrification, using LPG or kerosene in manufacturing processes, can be confident a practical solution is on its way – whatever happens with non-domestic fossil fuel boiler policy. “My advice – keep hold of your boilers,” concludes Mr Webb.
Liquid Gas UK
mail@liquidgasuk.org www.liquidgasuk.org
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