As Europe races to decarbonize industries and households, heat pumps stand out as a proven solution to cut emissions, slash energy costs, and reduce reliance on imported fossil fuels.
The European Commission’s recent focus on affordable energy and clean tech manufacturing marks progress—but stronger recognition of the heat pump sector’s strategic value is urgently needed.
Why Heat Pumps Deserve a Central Role in EU Policy
- Energy Security: With heat pumps replacing fossil fuel systems, Europe could save €60 billion annually on gas and oil imports—a critical buffer against volatile global markets.
- Affordability: Current energy pricing disproportionately favors fossil fuels. Rebalancing electricity costs and incentivizing flexible grid usage would make heat pumps the clear economic choice for consumers.
- Industrial Leadership: Europe’s heat pump industry is a global innovator, yet long-term policy certainty is required to scale manufacturing and secure investments.
Industry Calls for Action
Paul Kenny, Director General at the European Heat Pump Association said:
“We cannot expect people and industry to put in a heat pump when they pay less for fossil fuel heating. The EU Commission’s plans to make electricity more affordable come not a second too soon. Consumers need to be offered a competitive and flexible power price in return for choosing a heat pump and so bolstering European energy security.”
“The heat pump sector must be recognised as a major European strategic industry in the plans that will follow today’s publication, so that a clear policy direction is set that reassures manufacturers, investors and consumers,” added Kenny.
Post time: May-08-2025