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The Environment Bill Explained
On Monday 14th October at the state opening of Parliament, the Queen’s Speech made reference to Environmental principles becoming enshrined in law, measures to improve air, water quality, tackle plastic pollution & restore habitats, new legally-binding environmental improvement targets & independent regulator all in new Environment Bill. Here the HETAS team explains the finer details of the Environment Bill and what impact it will have on our industry.
Posted on October 27, 2021 by Alun
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Innasol Sign Up as a HETAS Training Centre
Innasol Training become accredited as a HETAS training facility in support of engineers meeting the new requirements for Biomass Servicing and Maintenance. Based in Peverel, Essex, Innasol is able to deliver high quality manufacturer training on their range of ETA appliances which will in turn provide service and maintenance operatives with a pathway towards registration…
Posted on September 29, 2021 by Alun
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GRE Energy Training become HETAS Approved
GRE Energy Training GRE Energy Training is the latest training provider to become approved to provide HETAS training courses. GRE is a well established training facility based in Chesterfield and will be extending their training provision to include HETAS training The centre is perfectly situated just off junction 29A on the M1. In addition to the…
Posted on September 28, 2021 by Alun
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Simple steps to take to help your chimney safety
Chimney Fire Safety Week 2021 Chimney Fire Safety Week is an annual campaign that will run from 30th August to 5th September this year. The national campaign aims to highlight small steps you can take to mitigate your risk of having a chimney fire. You will see messages across HETAS socials during the week with…
Biomass Suppliers List Fuel Quality Requirements
The Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme Regulations 2014 were introduced to provide legislation to the Renewable Heat Incentive when the scheme was first launched. Since opening in April 2014, the scheme has already seen thousands of people successfully join and receive payments. The government periodically reviews policy which means the rules can change for both new…
Posted on August 25, 2021 by Alun
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HETAS launches new Approved Biomass Maintenance Scheme
HETAS has launched a new registration scheme for engineers to demonstrate competency in the servicing and maintenance of domestic and commercial biomass appliances. The non-profit organisation, which is committed to helping people make cleaner and safer choices in the use of biomass and other solid fuels and associated technologies, has developed the scheme to support…
Posted on August 13, 2021 by Alun
Stay safe on your cosy British summer break
HETAS, the solid fuel safety and standards organisation, has published its top tips for novice fire-lighters to keep us safe over summer. With many of us braving a British summer holiday this year, cosy cottages with log burners are sure to be in high demand. Warming up after a day on the beach, or keeping…