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OFTEC issues advise on how to stay warm at home for less this winter
Jan 26, 2021, 11:45 AM by OFTEC IrelandWinter lockdown ramps up fuel demand as householders brace themselves for an icy blast this week as Storm Christoph pulls away from the UK to be replaced by plunging temperatures across the country.Full story -
Energy campaign helps UK households reduce their fuel bills this winter
Jan 21, 2021, 10:41 AM by OFTECAs a three-month campaign to help UK households reduce their energy consumption and fuels bills draws to a close, industry experts have shared their top tips for keeping warm whilst cutting costs over winter.Full story -
Households urged to look out for neighbours over festive season
Dec 24, 2020, 09:45 AM by OFTECHouseholds across the UK are being reminded to regularly check up on vulnerable relatives, neighbours and friends this winter to ensure they are keeping warm and well.Full story -
UK housing must be improved to prevent deaths and accelerate emissions reduction
Dec 22, 2020, 17:04 PM by OFTECAn almost 20% rise in excess deaths last winter, excluding those from Covid-19, is a stark reminder of the urgent need to improve the UK’s poorly insulated homes so they are warmer and fit for a net zero future.Full story -
Support for vulnerable households to keep warm and well this winter
Nov 27, 2020, 14:50 PM by OFTECAs the weather begins to turn colder, a campaign has launched to raise awareness of the support available to vulnerable households who might be worrying about paying their heating bills this winter.Full story -
Concern over fuel poor Irish households facing harsh winter
Nov 24, 2020, 11:43 AM by OFTEC IrelandHouseholds are set to face one of the most difficult winters in recent memory due to the impact of COVID-19. OFTEC has issued advice on how to keep heating costs low.Full story -
Top tips on how homeworkers can stay productive and save money on heating this winter
Nov 4, 2020, 14:11 PM by OFTECAs a new survey reveals that 60% of UK adults are now working from home, households are being urged to think about their heating systems to avoid expensive bills during the winter months.Full story -
OFTEC backs a ‘just transition’ to net-zero during Warm Homes Week
Sep 15, 2020, 14:08 PM by OFTECThe government must ensure policies to decarbonise off-grid heating do not exacerbate existing social challenges experienced by rural homeowners, OFTEC has warned.Full story -
Irish house sellers urged to check heating system to attract buyers
Sep 10, 2020, 11:18 AM by OFTEC IrelandWith ‘back to school’ season having a whole new meaning in 2020, homeowners with an itch to sell and move are now getting a chance to get their house in order and on the market.Full story -
NI house sellers urged to check heating system to attract buyers
Sep 9, 2020, 11:25 AM by OFTECAs property prices in Northern Ireland hit a five-year high, many homeowners with an itch to sell are getting their house in order and on the market.Full story -
Households in the UK must futureproof heating system before selling to new generation of 'homeworkers'
Aug 25, 2020, 08:14 AM by OFTECWith the house moving season in full swing, UK homeowners looking to sell their property are being encouraged to check their heating system is in tip-top condition to help sell their property and to avoid putting off potential buyers who plan to work from home.Full story -
Households must adapt energy habits to avoid higher bills post lockdown
Jul 29, 2020, 11:29 AM by OFTECHouseholds should pay closer attention to their energy use post lockdown if they want to avoid unexpected costly bills, rural heating experts have warned.Full story -
Struggling rural households could face major costs for green heat under government plans
Jul 15, 2020, 14:18 PM by OFTECUK homeowners, especially those living in rural, off-gas grid areas, could face huge costs to install green heating systems if government plans go ahead, warns an industry trade association.Full story -
OFTEC consultation response says driving down renewable heating costs must be priority
Jul 10, 2020, 12:21 PM by OFTECGovernment proposals to support the roll out of renewable heating systems in UK homes are unrealistic, regressive and will fail to create the competitive market urgently needed to drive down costs, says OFTEC in response to the recent ‘Future support for low carbon heat’ consultation.Full story -
OFTEC comments on Green Homes Grant scheme announcement
Jul 7, 2020, 15:19 PM by OFTECCommenting on the new Green Homes Grant scheme, OFTEC chief executive Paul Rose says: “It will be impossible for the UK to reach its climate targets without a major programme to upgrade housing stock, so the Green Homes Grant scheme is a welcome move towards this."Full story -
OFTEC comments on Committee on Climate Change (CCC) annual report to Parliament
Jun 25, 2020, 14:10 PM by OFTECIn its annual report to Parliament on the UK's progress in reducing emissions, published today (25th June 2020) the CCC highlights that, as in 2019, the Government's policies and plans are insufficient to meet the targets set out in the fourth or fifth carbon budgets (covering 2023-2027 and 2028-2032). It also makes clear that Covid-19 presents a profound threat, highlighting the need for government to adopt the CCC’s six key principles for mitigating its impact.Full story -
Advice on heating breakdowns during lockdown for Irish households
May 18, 2020, 16:16 PM by OFTEC IrelandAs lockdown continues in Ireland, OFTEC, who represents the liquid fuel sector, is providing advice for householders in the event of home heating emergencies.Full story -
Liquid fuel tank sales increase as businesses prepare ahead for autumn/winter
May 18, 2020, 16:06 PM by OFTECOFTEC, the organisation that represents the liquid fuel sector in Northern Ireland, has reported a significant increase in businesses investing in storage tanks.Full story -
OFTEC Ireland urges government to implement affordable home heating plan
May 6, 2020, 10:07 AM by OFTEC IrelandFollowing comments from the Department of Public Expenditure, OFTEC Ireland, the organisation that represents the liquid fuel heating industry in Ireland, is urging the Irish Government to scrap their unrealistic plans to install 600k heat pumps and implement a more affordable plan to reduce carbon emissions within the off grid home heating sector.Full story -
Can tradespeople still work in my home? Lockdown questions answered
Apr 30, 2020, 12:02 PM by OFTECNew advice has been issued to households to help answer questions over whether maintenance or servicing work can still be carried out in the home during the Covid-19 lockdown.Full story
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