Biomass

HETAS summarises the recent Biomass Strategy 2023 

This month we saw the eagerly anticipated publication of the governments Biomass Strategy. Published on the 10th August 2023, the Biomass Strategy sets out steps government intends to take to strengthen biomass sustainability and the opportunities for the use of sustainable biomass across multiple sectors of the economy in support of achieving the UK’s net zero target. 

Wood burning and biomass industry exhibitions

Having recently attended the World of Fireplaces in Leipzig, Germany, the HETAS team is busy preparing for a busy three days at InstallerShow.

HETAS Approved Biomass Maintenance Scheme; the latest news

As of April 2022, updates to The Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme and Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme (Amendment) Regulations 2022 made it a legal requirement to prove non-domestic biomass heating systems have been properly maintained in order to continue receiving RHI payments.

What’s changing for RHI recipients with biomass appliances?

There has been changes to those in receipt of domestic and non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) for their biomass appliances. Initially, recipients of the non-domestic RHI for biomass boilers will be required to have annual planned maintenance that meets the MCS Standard. The government drew up legislation in February 2022, introducing regulation from April 2022.

Have you got your CSCS card?

Following an increase in calls to HETAS surrounding how to apply for a Site Safety Card for the installation and maintenance activities on solid fuel and biomass heating, flues and or chimney systems, including chimney sweeping, a reminder on what is required for HETAS registered businesses.

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…

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…

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…

MCS launches new biomass maintenance standard

National certification scheme MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) has published a new Standard for the maintenance of Biomass Boilers.

Have your say on the future of biomass

Biomass is under the spotlight, and having played a prominent role in our efforts to decarbonise the economy, the government is now undertaking a call for evidence to strengthen the evidence base around biomass and will contribute to a review of the potential for biomass to support the UK’s net zero target.