Daikin UK has opened the doors of three new Sustainable Home Centers, bringing its national network to around 40-strong.
The UK’s air-source heat pump manufacturer is partnering with builder’s merchants, heating specialists, and energy companies around the country to educate homeowners on the benefits of renewable heating solutions in person.
heat pump showroom
By opening a state-of-the-art heat pump showroom and training facility, jointly funded by Daikin, these new Sustainable Home Centers have reached the top tier of Daikin’s Sustainable Home Network membership, an opportunity for specialist renewable heating businesses to step up and lead the movement towards a low carbon future.
The latest openings are in Ambleside, in partnership with Express Plumbing Supplies; Newport, with Robert Price; and Nottingham, with FDG Group.
Celebrating the adoption of renewable heating
Reaching the UK’s net zero targets won’t happen without collaboration and partnership between specialists"
Each of the three new centers invited homeowners, installers, housing associations, and government representatives to celebrate their opening and recognize the important role they can play in driving the adoption of renewable heating systems.
Iain Bevan, Commercial Manager – Heating & Renewables at Daikin UK, commented, “Reaching the UK’s net zero targets won’t happen without collaboration and partnership between specialists up and down the country.”
Sustainability
Iain Bevan adds, “Together, we can harness the collective expertise and regional reach to tackle the green skills shortage and play our part in ushering in a more sustainable future for the UK. At Daikin, we can train more than 7,000 installers on air-source heat pumps every year, through our accredited courses and around a 40-strong network of Sustainable Home Centers and our goal is to equip around 30% of all installers in the industry with the skills they need to meet growing demand.”
access training, resources, and stock
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme, the Home Upgrade Grant, and the removal of VAT on heat pumps mean there has never been a better time for homeowners and local authorities to learn more about the technology and identify the best solution for their home, before being partnered with a trusted local installer.
Installers will also be able to access training, resources, and stock to help them diversify into renewable heating solutions and to ensure the long-term competitiveness of their businesses as fossil fuels are phased out.
Energy and cost savings
It’s fantastic to see this innovative technology being installed across the region and by a family-run business"
Tim Farron, MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale attended the opening of Express Plumbing Supplies and cut the ribbon, said, “With more than 300 years in the industry, Express Plumbing Supplies has an amazing depth of knowledge and an expert team of dedicated installers for homeowners in the region to call on when exploring their renewable heating options.”
Tim Farron adds, “It’s fantastic to see this innovative technology being installed across the region and by a family-run business that is committed to helping residents in transforming their homes, saving money on energy bills, and supporting the upskilling of installers which is an essential part of our journey towards net zero.”
Benefits
Installers who join Daikin’s Sustainable Home Network can benefit from free, hands-on-tools training at its industry-leading training centers around the UK, to develop their heat pump installation and commissioning expertise.
Other benefits of joining the network include dedicated technical support, sales-ready leads, business support, and special offers.