The merger reflects the sector’s growing maturity and strategic importance in supporting the UK’s energy transition. Heating accounted for around 25% of UK carbon emissions in 2023, and accelerating the deployment of heat pumps and low-carbon heat networks is seen as critical to reducing emissions and enhancing energy security.
HPA UK will offer:
- Unified representation to government and industry stakeholders
- Clearer messaging and increased visibility for heat pump technologies
- Enhanced member services and simplified governance
- A single point of contact for collaboration across the sector.
To mark the transition, the HPA is offering free membership for the remainder of 2025 to new members who commit to joining for the 2026 calendar year.
Mark Wilkins, Chair of the HPA, said: “We are in a pivotal time for the UK heat pump market… and it’s time to stand together to collectively navigate the future of heating in the UK.”
Emma Bohan, Vice Chair of the GSHPA, said:“For ground source, it means stronger advocacy, clearer messaging, and a seat at every table where low-carbon heating decisions are made.”
Bean Beanland, Director for Growth & External Affairs, said: “Decarbonisation, economic growth and national energy security are interwoven, with heat pump technologies core to all three, and to the country’s long-term prosperity.”