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Sep 17, 2020, 14:23 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC will champion the crucial role renewable liquid fuels have to play in a net zero future for rural homes at the Labour and Conservative Party 2020 Conferences.

Sep 15, 2020, 14:08 PM by OFTEC

The government must ensure policies to decarbonise off-grid heating do not exacerbate existing social challenges experienced by rural homeowners, OFTEC has warned.

Sep 10, 2020, 11:18 AM by OFTEC

With ‘back to school’ season having a whole new meaning in 2020, homeowners with an itch to sell and move are now getting a chance to get their house in order and on the market.

Sep 9, 2020, 11:25 AM by OFTEC

As property prices in Northern Ireland hit a five-year high, many homeowners with an itch to sell are getting their house in order and on the market.

Sep 3, 2020, 12:07 PM by OFTEC

Heating technicians can now apply for TrustMark certification as an extension of their OFTEC registration to access government funded installation work and further demonstrate competence to consumers.

Aug 25, 2020, 08:14 AM by OFTEC

With the house moving season in full swing, UK homeowners looking to sell their property are being encouraged to check their heating system is in tip-top condition to help sell their property and to avoid putting off potential buyers who plan to work from home.

Aug 18, 2020, 12:39 PM by OFTEC

Students across the UK heading off to university next month are being urged to stay alert and check that correct safety measures have been followed before moving into rental accommodation.

Jul 29, 2020, 11:29 AM by OFTEC

Households should pay closer attention to their energy use post lockdown if they want to avoid unexpected costly bills, rural heating experts have warned.

Jul 28, 2020, 10:33 AM by OFTEC

Government’s current reluctance to support renewable liquid fuels as part of the UK’s green heat agenda is based on flawed evidence, according to the initial outcomes of widespread field trials.

Jul 15, 2020, 14:18 PM by OFTEC

UK homeowners, especially those living in rural, off-gas grid areas, could face huge costs to install green heating systems if government plans go ahead, warns an industry trade association.

Jul 10, 2020, 12:21 PM by OFTEC

Government proposals to support the roll out of renewable heating systems in UK homes are unrealistic, regressive and will fail to create the competitive market urgently needed to drive down costs, says OFTEC in response to the recent ‘Future support for low carbon heat’ consultation.

Jul 7, 2020, 15:19 PM by OFTEC

Commenting on the new Green Homes Grant scheme, OFTEC chief executive Paul Rose says: “It will be impossible for the UK to reach its climate targets without a major programme to upgrade housing stock, so the Green Homes Grant scheme is a welcome move towards this."

Jun 25, 2020, 14:10 PM by OFTEC

In its annual report to Parliament on the UK's progress in reducing emissions, published today (25th June 2020) the CCC highlights that, as in 2019, the Government's policies and plans are insufficient to meet the targets set out in the fourth or fifth carbon budgets (covering 2023-2027 and 2028-2032). It also makes clear that Covid-19 presents a profound threat, highlighting the need for government to adopt the CCC’s six key principles for mitigating its impact.

Jun 23, 2020, 14:12 PM by OFTEC

As UK lockdown eases, most heating technicians are returning to the tools but over three quarters are concerned about a lack of work, finds a new survey from OFTEC.

Jun 8, 2020, 16:27 PM by OFTEC

As the UK begins to emerge from the Covid-19 crisis, government must not waste the opportunity to ensure future heat policy is greener and fairer, says OFTEC.

Jun 5, 2020, 18:12 PM by OFTEC

Episode 9 of series 1 of Jay Blades Home Fix (broadcast 4.6.2020) featured a section about someone building a fence around an oil tank.

Jun 1, 2020, 17:23 PM by OFTEC

Concerns have been raised over the emergence of new types of scams which try to take advantage of vulnerable households in the UK during the Covid-19 lockdown.

May 21, 2020, 17:16 PM by OFTEC

As the lockdown slowly begins to ease and more people consider having work carried out in their homes, new guidelines have been issued to help keep households safe.

May 18, 2020, 16:16 PM by OFTEC

As lockdown continues in Ireland, OFTEC, who represents the liquid fuel sector, is providing advice for householders in the event of home heating emergencies.

May 18, 2020, 16:06 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC, the organisation that represents the liquid fuel sector in Northern Ireland, has reported a significant increase in businesses investing in storage tanks.