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Feb 7, 2018, 13:58 PM by OFTEC

With this week expected to be one of the coldest of winter so far, households are being reminded to regularly visit vulnerable relatives and friends to check they are keeping warm and well.

Feb 7, 2018, 13:51 PM by OFTEC

Urgent policy intervention is needed to improve energy efficiency for vulnerable rural households and help safeguard against the unacceptable number of additional deaths that occur during the winter months, says OFTEC.

Jan 11, 2018, 14:05 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC has welcomed a positive response from the Minister of State for Climate Change and Industry, Claire Perry MP, after putting forward strong concerns over the viability of government plans to decarbonise heating from the 850,000 oil using homes in England.

Dec 22, 2017, 14:27 PM by OFTEC

Almost one million rural households in England and Wales could see their heating bills soar if new government proposals go ahead.

Dec 18, 2017, 14:40 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC Ireland, Age Action and Jim Daly TD, Minister of State at the Department of Health with special responsibility for Mental Health and Older People, officially launched a free guide, offering key advice to help older people using oil home heating to stay safe and warm throughout the winter period.

Dec 11, 2017, 14:37 PM by OFTEC

With the latest forecasts predicting the coldest winter for five years, households are being urged to check their heating systems are fit for purpose and ready for a prolonged cold snap.

Nov 24, 2017, 15:14 PM by OFTEC

Currently, oil heating is one of the most popular choices for those living off the gas grid and a new report from OFTEC, the trade association for the oil heating industry, suggests these homes could switch to a renewable alternative, such as a vegetable oil blend, by as early as 2022.

Nov 22, 2017, 14:50 PM by OFTEC

Using data from teh independent heating cost analysts, the Sutherland Tables. OFTEC is able to demonstrate the significant savings that exist between oil heating and other popular forms of heating.

Nov 22, 2017, 14:49 PM by OFTEC

There are 50 fatal carbon monoxide (CO) incidents and more than 200 people hospitalised with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning every year in the UK.

Nov 9, 2017, 15:09 PM by OFTEC CEO Paul Rose

There is no question that off-grid heating must be decarbonised in order to contribute to the UK’s challenging carbon reduction targets. But electrification, one of the options endorsed by government’s recent Clean Growth Strategy and RHI Scheme, is not the only answer.

Oct 11, 2017, 16:26 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC CEO Paul Rose comments: “OFTEC welcomes publication of the government’s Clean Growth Strategy and supports the Government’s efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions from UK homes.

Aug 22, 2017, 16:23 PM by OFTEC

As students across Ireland get their Leaving Cert results, many will be on the hunt for privately rented accommodation for university. With less availability and rental property prices in Ireland increasing 13.4% from last year , OFTEC, the trade organisation that represents the domestic heating and cooking industry in Ireland, is concerned that many students will take the cheapest accommodation available without properly inspecting the property.

Aug 21, 2017, 16:22 PM by OFTEC

As property rental prices continue to increase, students are being urged not to ignore potential safety issues in a bid to save money as they choose accommodation ahead of the new university year.

Aug 10, 2017, 16:21 PM by OFTEC

Oil users in Great Britain have welcomed a 10% fall in their annual heating costs as they continue to enjoy the cheapest fuel bills in the county, according to a new report.

Aug 2, 2017, 16:20 PM by OFTEC

As the average cost of heating a home on oil continues to fall, whilst more than 3 million consumers face a 12.5% rise in electricity prices, OFTEC has reignited its call on government to urgently review current heat policy.

Jul 31, 2017, 16:19 PM by OFTEC

OFTEC has marked the 15th anniversary of its industry recognised Competent Persons Scheme with the news that registration numbers have hit the highest level since 2013.

Jul 25, 2017, 16:17 PM by OFTEC

Protect yourself from rogue doorstep callers is the appeal from OFTEC, representing the domestic oil and heating industry, during Scam Awareness Month (July 2016).

Jun 23, 2017, 10:22 AM by OFTEC

21st June 2017: The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and the Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC), which represents the domestic and light commercial oil heating sector, joined forces today to launch a campaign on oil tank awareness for businesses owners.

Jun 22, 2017, 16:01 PM by OFTEC

21st June 2017: The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) and the Oil Firing Technical Association (OFTEC), which represents the domestic and light commercial oil heating sector, joined forces today to launch a campaign on oil tank awareness for businesses owners.

Jun 21, 2017, 10:12 AM by OFTEC

OFTEC’s proposals to improve energy efficiency and carbon reduction for off grid homes in England and Wales were officially presented at the trade association’s annual conference and AGM, where new chairman, Niall Fay of Grant Engineering, was also welcomed to the post.