The governments new Environmental Improvement Plan 2025 (EIP25) has placed domestic burning at the centre of its clean-air strategy, meaning that now big conversations are happening across the solid fuel industry. As the only competent person scheme dedicated solely to solid fuel appliances, HETAS are urging policymakers to focus on practical, evidence-backed changes that will…
In today’s blog, we take a look at recent data from the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) which indicates a notable decline in particulate emissions from domestic combustion, surpassing reductions observed in road transport emissions for 2023 (Defra, 2024). This progress highlights the solid fuel industry’s ongoing commitment to minimising air quality…
Recent discussions have raised concerns about the future of solid fuel heating, with some fearing an impending ban. It’s essential to clarify that both the UK and Scottish governments recognise the importance of solid fuel systems, especially for households that rely on them for heating, hot water, and cooking. UK Government’s Stance The UK’s Environmental…
In today’s short blog, we take a look at the implications of an update to the building regulations on the solid fuel industry. You can find out more by visiting HETAS’s website referenced at the end of this short summary post. The Deputy Prime Minister announced a review of these (some would argue) outdated and…