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Defra’s emissions of air pollutants publication 2024

Defra has published its latest data on emissions of air pollutants in the UK, with the publication containing statistics on annual emissions for the period 1970 to 2022. The annual publication provides estimates of UK emissions of particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5), nitrogen oxides, ammonia, non-methane volatile organic compounds, and sulphur dioxide. These statistics are used to monitor progress against the UK’s emission reduction commitments (ERC) for air pollutants. 

The role of HETAS in ‘Progress in improving the natural environment in England 2022/23’

The Office for Environmental Protection recently published their progress report of government’s stated ambitions and goals for the environment, relating to the 25 Year Environment Plan and the Environmental Improvement Plan 2023.

Becoming a HETAS Sweep & Service Technician

HETAS training courses are an ideal way to expand your abilities or start a new career; HETAS Sweep & Service Technicians receive industry-leading training, gaining confidence to proficiently sweep a chimney and undertake servicing and maintenance.

Spotlight on… Percy Doughty

For this month’s spotlight, we’re travelling back to 1952 in Middleton, Manchester. The story of Percy Doughty begins with just three employees in a small shop, primarily serving local authority clients, selling solid fuel spares, appliances, and ironmongery.

One Year with Rhino Trade Insurance

With 2023 coming to a close, the first anniversary of the partnership between HETAS and Rhino Trade Insurance is arriving. Rhino offer essential trade insurance, ensuring businesses are covered and registrants are compliant. 

Spotlight on… Salamander Stoves

For our spotlight this month, we head to “the home of tiny wood stoves for small spaces and magical places”. Founded in 2009 and based in the beautiful countryside of Devon, Salamander Stoves is a family-run business specialising in the manufacturing and design of high-quality stoves.

Burn Better

Defra has launched its Burn Better, Breathe Better campaign for the 2023/24 heating season.

Spotlight on… ESSE Stoves

In the latest spotlight series, we head north to the market town of Barnoldswick, Yorkshire, to learn about a company with a heritage that started in Scotland, via America, and has been a master stove maker since 1854. Introducing ESSE Stoves. 

Businesses Imitation and Fraud

It has been brought to our attention that a rogue trader operating in the southeast of England area has been creating imitation businesses, mirroring genuine traders in the heating sector, and undertaking substandard work or conning homeowners out of money with no work being undertaken.

Notifications – why 14 days?

HETAS Registered Installers have 14 days from work completion date to notify installations on the Technical Hub.