The Future Homes Hub is sharing practical guidance to support housebuilders in preparing for the implementation of the Future Homes Standard, as the industry recognises National Heat Pump Week.
Held between 12 and 16 October, National Heat Pump Week has been established to increase understanding and confidence in heat pumps, showcase real-world installations and support the UK’s transition to low-carbon heating.
The Future Homes Hub is encouraging homebuilders, suppliers and industry partners to take advantage of the growing body of guidance and shared learning available to help deliver low-carbon homes at scale.
The Future Homes Hub says that the campaign comes at a pivotal moment for the housing sector following the publication of the FHS, which will require low-carbon heating in new homes and is expected to drive a significant increase in heat pump adoption across the sector. The Future Homes Hub’s Future Homes Standard Ready campaign provides practical resources and guidance to help homebuilders prepare for the transition, drawing on lessons learned from organisations already delivering homes with heat pumps.
To help organisations prepare for the transition to low-carbon heating and the delivery of Future Homes Standard homes, the Future Homes Hub has developed a range of practical guidance, tools and lessons learned from early adopters. These include guides for housebuilders, architects, procurement teams, site managers and commissioning teams.
Daniel Neasham, Head of Sustainability and Performance at the Future Homes Hub, said: “Heat pumps are a proven technology, but successful delivery requires a whole-system approach. The lessons emerging from successful early adopters are clear: early technical collaboration, integrated design development, robust installation controls, accurate commissioning and proactive customer support are essential. National Heat Pump Week provides an excellent opportunity to share these experiences and support the wider sector as we move towards delivering Future Homes Standard homes at scale.”
