The Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC), together with the European Heating Industry (EHI), has called on Miatta Fahnbulleh, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State at the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, to align the UK’s proposed heating product standards with those under development in the European Union.
The request follows the UK Government’s recent public consultation on ‘Raising Product Standards for Space Heating’ which runs in parallel with the European Commission’s revision of the EU Ecodesign and Energy Labelling Regulations for space and water heaters.
In a joint message, the HHIC and EHI highlighted that alignment in key areas, including performance requirements, energy class definitions, Ecodesign thresholds, and certification protocols, will reduce compliance costs, simplify administration for manufacturers operating in both markets, and benefit consumers through lower costs and wider availability of renewable-ready, high-efficiency products.
“Diverging standards between the UK and the EU risk creating unnecessary barriers for manufacturers, many of whom produce appliances for both markets,” said Stewart Clements, Director of the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC). “A harmonised approach will provide clarity for investment, ensure product availability, and support the vital role our sector plays in the decarbonisation of heat. Alignment will also help consumers access affordable, energy-efficient products as we work towards our net zero goals.”
