A series of guides to explain the different types of heat pumps on the market and how they work.
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The Electrification of Heat (EoH) demonstration project aims to better understand the technical and practical feasibility of a large-scale rollout of heat pumps into existing British homes.
Hundreds of households across the country – from 1950s terraces to new builds – took part, and had different types of heat pumps installed as part of the trial.
Many were experiencing using a heat pump for the first time so needed a helping hand getting the most out of their new heating system.
We’ve produced a series of guides to explain the different types of heat pumps on the market and how they work. Whether you are part of the trial or just interested to learn more about the technology, check out our guides for expert insight into heat pumps.
Our heat pump guides
Low-temperature air source heat pump
The most common type of heat pump. It absorbs heat from the outside air and supplies it to your home at around 40°C.
High-temperature air source heat pump
Absorbs heat from the outside air and supplies it to your home at a similar temperature to your current boiler.
Ground source heat pump
Absorbs heat from the ground using a pipe that is buried in your garden, and turns it into useful heat for your home.
Hybrid heat pump
More common in homes that need more heat to reach a comfortable temperature, it combines an air source heat pump with another type of heating system such as a gas boiler.
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