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Download paper 1: The Challenges of Heat Pumps for Domestic Heating here

Download paper 2:  Heat Networks in Rural Areas – The Swaffham Prior Project here

A recording of the March IOR TechTalk is now available. The presentations explored challenges and opportunities for heat pumps in the domestic housing market.

The first paper focused on heat pump technology and its relevant challenges within the domestic market. The second presentation explored how heat networks can be installed in rural areas. This case study presentation focused on the Swaffham Prior Project that allowed for 300 properties to be decarbonise across the village.

 

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The IOR is delighted to announce that it will host the next IRC Business Briefing, which will focus on strengthening RACHP sustainability amid electricity market volatility.

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The June 2026 Masterclass on smart controls and system intelligence is now available for download from the IOR Masterclass library.

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