HAS THE WATERING DOWN OF THE "GAS BOILER BAN" HAMPERED THE HEAT NETWORK SECTOR?

With the UK government softening its stance on the Gas Boiler Ban, many in the Heat Network sector are wondering - has this slowed down progress?

Heat networks have long been positioned as a key pillar of the country’s Net Zero ambitions, but with gas boilers still in play for longer than expected, we’re wondering has the urgency around low-carbon district heating been diluted? Or does this create an opportunity for the sector to prove its value even in a more flexible policy landscape?

There’s no doubt that clear, consistent policy is essential for long-term investment and growth in heat networks, but are we seeing hesitancy from developers, local authorities, or investors as a result of the changing stance on gas?

Have you noticed any shifts in momentum within the heat network space? Are projects still moving forward with confidence, or has uncertainty crept in?