Supply Chain Advice Pack: Breaking barriers to low carbon heating
Introduction
Achieving the UK’s net‑zero goals requires rapid progress in low‑carbon heating, yet the retrofit supply chain continues to face financial, technical, behavioural, and regulatory barriers that slow adoption. Evidence shows that uptake of low‑carbon heating technologies remains far below the levels needed, with fewer than 1% of UK homes currently having a heat pump installed. High upfront costs, persistent skills shortages, property constraints, and low consumer confidence continue to present significant challenges.
This advice pack summarises the main barriers affecting the retrofit supply chain and provides practical, actionable solutions supported by current sector insights.
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