By John Kerr, ZCH's Retrofit Project Manager and Training and Networks Manager (LEAD)
North Yorkshire is paving the way for a greener future as it emerges as one of the leading regions in the UK for renewable energy adoption, with impressive growth in air source heat pump and solar panel installations. As part of the continued effort to reduce carbon emissions and fight climate change, households in North Yorkshire are increasingly making the switch to sustainable energy solutions.
According to the latest figures, North Yorkshire has registered a total of 6,257 air source heat pumps under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) since 2009, with 1,185 (19%) of these installed in 2024 alone. This remarkable growth shows a clear commitment to lowering carbon footprints and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. North Yorkshire is second only to Cornwall in the total number of heat pump installations, highlighting the region’s leading role in the transition to clean energy.
Alongside air source heat pumps, the rise in solar panel installations in the region mirrors this trend, with North Yorkshire again ranking highly, following only the Southwest counties of Cornwall and Somerset. This surge in solar energy adoption is helping to create a cleaner, more sustainable future while reducing energy bills for local households.
The increase in renewable energy installations has been supported by the growing number of MCS-accredited heat engineers in the region, which ensures that installations are carried out by trained professionals to the highest standards. North Yorkshire is second only to Cornwall in this area, demonstrating the strong local infrastructure that supports the region’s push toward zero carbon living.
John Kerr, Training and Networks Manager at Zero Carbon Harrogate said: “we believe that these developments represent a huge opportunity for homeowners to reduce their carbon emissions and benefit from long-term savings. Air source heat pumps and solar panels can offer homeowners not only a cleaner and more sustainable way to heat their homes and generate electricity but also significant financial savings in the long run. The technology is becoming more affordable, and the environmental benefits are undeniable. Our commitment to this has resulted in us offering various fully funded training schemes for heat engineers and electricians to become trained in these new renewable technologies. Householders can also take advantage of the government’s boiler upgrade scheme, which contributes up to £7,500 to the cost of installing a heat pump”
We urge residents of North Yorkshire to consider taking advantage of these opportunities to become part of the solution. Whether you’re looking to install an air source heat pump, solar panels, or both, now is the time to make a difference.
To find out more about ZCH's retrofit work, head to our retrofit section.
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