What happens if the 0% VAT relief on Energy Saving Materials ends in 2027? Our analysis suggests that a return to 5% could result in around 365,000 fewer heat pump installations between 2027 and 2040, and a £2.5 billion reduction in GVA. Read the report: sustainableenergyassociation…

Ministers are reportedly considering cuts to heat pump subsidies to help fund defence spending. In response, our Head of Policy, Megan Hulme, has highlighted the importance of maintaining policy certainty and long term support for low carbon heating.

This week marks #HeatPumpWeek 🏘️ At the SEA, we're proud to be technology agnostic, recognising that heat pumps are one of a range of solutions that can help decarbonise our homes and buildings. Find out more: sustainableenergyassociation… #SEA

Yesterday, we were delighted to host our latest Heat Strategy and Smart Energy Working Group, bringing together our members to discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of heating and smart energy🙌 Thank you to everyone who joined us!

On Wednesday 28th October, we're supporting the launch of the Voice Network in London, bringing together marketing and comms professionals from across the climate, energy and built environment sectors. 🔗Register for your free place: eventbrite.co.uk/e/voice-net…

We are delighted to welcome The Rt Hon. the Baroness Hayman GBE as the new President of the Sustainable Energy Association. 🔗 Read more about Baroness Hayman's appointment: sustainableenergyassociation… #SEA

We've just published a new blog with our members @EnergySvgTrust and Build Test Solutions exploring the value of in-use building performance metrics on the route to Net Zero. 🔗Read the blog: sustainableenergyassociation…

Fuel poverty in England has fallen below 10% for the first time, according to the Committee on Fuel Poverty. This is positive progress, but lasting reductions will depend on warmer, more energy-efficient homes, not just bill support. 🔗Read the report: gov.uk/government/publicatio…

We're looking forward to continuing our engagement with @energygovuk, including continuing our work with Martin McCluskey and welcoming Polly Billington in her new role. 🔗 Read more about the new cabinet appointments: sustainableenergyassociation…

We're pleased to see SEA Policy Advisor Alex Moseley joining the speaker line-up for MEASURE UP 2026: Proving the Promise, hosted by SEA member Build Test Solutions. 🔗Register now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/measure-u… 📅 17th September 2026 📍 University of Nottingham #BuildingPerformance

We're looking forward to attending this year's Energy Capital Partnership Conference on 23rd September🙌 If you're attending, we'd love to connect. See you there!👋 🔗Register: wmca.org.uk/what-we-do/envir… #EnergyCapitalPartnershipConference

We're pleased to be supporting the launch of the VOICE Network on 1st October, and invite marketing and communications professionals from across the climate, energy and built environment sectors to join us! Register your place below: eventbrite.co.uk/e/voice-net…

Yesterday, the SEA and @_MCS_Foundation welcomed Parliamentarians and parliamentary staff to a briefing on the future of the UK's 0% VAT rate for energy-saving materials. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed 👏 Find out more: sustainableenergyassociation…

Just one week remains to respond to @energygovuk's consultation on consumer protection reforms for home upgrade schemes⚠️ 🔗Make sure your voice is heard before the consultation closes on 10th September: gov.uk/government/consultati…

At the SEA, we pride ourselves on being technology agnostic. We don't advocate for one technology over another. Instead, we support cost-effective solutions that help reduce bills, lower emissions and deliver healthier buildings🏘️ 📷Find out more: sustainableenergyassociation…

In our latest blog, we explore how community energy projects can help reduce bills, support local jobs, strengthen energy security and ensure the benefits of clean energy are felt directly by local people. 🔗Read the blog: sustainableenergyassociation… #CommunityEnergy

The SEA's proposed Carbon Intensity Standard offers a clear pathway to reduce emissions from heating systems over time, helping households and industry transition with confidence. Read the full proposal: sustainableenergyassociation… #NetZero

Great to see Ron Bailey recognised by the BBC for his remarkable contribution to campaigning and legislative change over the past four decades👏 Read the BBC article: bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckg4… #RonBailey

We're delighted to welcome PoweRad UK as a member of the SEA! PoweRad is a Welsh company that designs and supplies infrared heating and energy solutions for homes, landlords and housing providers🙌 🔗Find out more about PoweRad: powerad.co.uk #PoweRad

In the shift to cleaner heating, making electricity more affordable will be an important part of supporting our move away from fossil fuels. But what does levy rebalancing mean in practice for different types of homes? 🔗 Read our analysis to learn more: sustainableenergyassociation…