Heat Pump Boom in Europe and UK: Gold Bathroom Research Highlights Record Sales, Emissions Cuts, and New Climate Policies

Table Of Contents:

• European Policy Push and Market Growth

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• United Kingdom: Incentives and Targets

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• France: Strong Growth and New Building Ban

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• Germany: Building Energy Law and Market Expansion

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• Italy: Superbonus-Fueled Boom and Adjustment

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• Netherlands: Hybrid Heat Pumps and Policy Reversal

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• Other Notable European Developments

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• Environmental Benefits of Heat Pumps

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• Global Trends and Outlook

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European Policy Push and Market Growth

Europe has seen a major policy push for heat pumps since 2022, spurred by climate goals and the energy crisis. The European Commission’s REPowerEU plan set out to double heat pump deployment rates as part of cutting reliance on Russian gas. In 2022, heat pump sales across Europe hit a record ~3 million units, a 39–40% year-on-year jump. This brought the total installed stock to about 20 million heat pumps, which avoid ~52.5 megatonnes of CO₂ emissions annually – roughly equivalent to the yearly emissions of Greece. The surge in 2022 was partly driven by high gas prices after the Ukraine invasion, which incentivised consumers to switch from boilers to efficient heat pumps.

At the EU level, new regulations and targets are cementing the heat pump transition. In December 2023, EU negotiators agreed to phase out fossil-fuel boilers in all buildings by 2040, with zero-emission heating required in new buildings by 2030. This is a landmark update to the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, aimed at clarifying that investments in heat pumps are future-proof choices. Additionally, from 2025 EU countries must stop subsidizing stand-alone fossil boilers, shifting support toward clean heating. According to industry data, 17 European countries have already implemented or announced bans on new fossil-fuel heating systems. For example, France banned gas boilers in new buildings from 2022, Ireland banned oil and gas boilers in new homes from 2023 (with a ban in existing homes from 2025), and Denmark plans to require all buildings use district heat or heat pumps by 2029 . These regulatory shifts, alongside incentive programs, are driving heat pump adoption to new heights across Europe.

Source: Carbonbrief

However, sustaining the growth is an ongoing challenge. Preliminary data show that after the 2022 boom, European heat pump sales plateaued or dipped by ~5–6% in 2023. Industry groups have attributed this slowdown to changing support schemes, economic uncertainty, and lower gas prices. By the end of 2023 there were roughly 23–24 million heat pumps installed in Europe, still far from the scale needed for climate targets (EU models suggest about 60 million heat pumps are needed by 2030 to align with net-zero goals). This has prompted calls for stable, long-term policies to keep heat pump markets on track. Despite recent headwinds, the overall trajectory remains upward, and 2022–2025 has firmly established heat pumps as a cornerstone of Europe’s clean energy transition.

United Kingdom: Incentives and Targets

The UK government has introduced significant incentives and policies to accelerate heat pump uptake. In 2022, the UK launched the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), offering grants to offset the cost of installing heat pumps. Originally set at £5,000 per installation, the grant was increased by 50% to £7,500 in October 2023 to further entice homeowners. This makes heat pump grants in the UK among the most generous in Europe, and in some cases brings the upfront cost of a heat pump below that of a new gas boiler. Following the grant increase, application rates jumped – with a 50% rise in heat pump grant applications observed after the higher incentive took effect. These grants, alongside rising energy costs, have begun driving consumer interest: the UK saw a 19% year-on-year increase in heat pump installations in 2023, making it a record year for the technology.

To complement financial incentives, the UK is also implementing regulatory measures. The government has set an ambitious target of 600,000 heat pump installations per year by 2028, far above the current rate (around 72,000 installations were achieved in 2022. New building standards are on the horizon: starting in 2025, the Future Homes Standard will require all new homes to have low-carbon heating, effectively mandating heat pumps or heat networks in new construction. In fact, officials have consulted on possibly requiring all new homes from 2024/25 to install a heat pump or be connected to a low-carbon heat network, signaling a clear shift away from gas boilers in building codes. Additionally, new rules for manufacturers (the Clean Heat Market Mechanism) are kicking in from 2024, which will oblige boiler manufacturers to sell a certain proportion of heat pumps relative to their fossil boiler sales. This policy is intended to spur the supply chain and training for heat pump installation, ensuring the industry can meet growing demand.

Despite these steps, the UK’s heat pump market starts from a low base – heat pumps heat only about 1% of UK homes today. The Climate Change Committee and industry groups warn that a tenfold acceleration is needed to hit the 2028 goal. To close the gap, experts are urging additional measures such as reducing electricity prices (relative to gas) to make running a heat pump cheaper for consumers. Still, the recent growth is encouraging. Officials note that public awareness is rising, and the UK’s combination of grants, standards for new buildings, and industry mandates is expected to continue boosting heat pump adoption through 2024 and beyond. In summary, from 2022 to 2025 the UK government has significantly expanded support for heat pumps – increasing grants, setting clear targets, and tightening regulations – positioning heat pumps as a central solution for decarbonising home heating in the coming years.

France: Strong Growth and New Building Ban

France has emerged as a European leader in heat pump adoption, thanks to supportive policies and early moves to phase out fossil heating. The French government implemented a ban on gas boilers in new residential buildings starting in 2022-2023, as part of its RE2020 building code update. This regulatory change, which requires new homes to use low-carbon heating (favoring electric heat pumps), led to a surge in demand. In fact, heat pumps outsold fossil fuel boilers in France for the first time in 2022 – a milestone achievement in a country that historically relied heavily on gas heating. France saw rapid growth in heat pump sales, with about 620,000 units sold in 2022 (+16% from the prior year) according to EU estimates. This brought France’s total installed base to roughly 4.3 million heat pumps by 2022, one of the largest stocks in Europe.

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The environmental impact in France has been significant. Thanks to its large installed base, France leads Europe in greenhouse gas emissions avoided by heat pumps – over 16 million tonnes of CO₂ per year are being avoided in the French building sector, far more than any other single country. To continue this momentum, the French government offers incentives such as the MaPrimeRénov’ grants for heat pump installations in existing homes, and has slashed VAT on heat pumps to 5.5% (lower than the VAT on gas boilers) to make them more affordable. These measures have helped keep French heat pump sales on an upward trend. Even in 2023, as some markets slowed, France maintained growth with robust sales of both air-to-air units (popular for their cooling+heating capability) and air-to-water heat pumps for homes.

By mid-2023, France’s Minister of Energy Transition highlighted that heat pump installations were at an all-time high, and plans were unveiled to further scale up training for installers to meet demand. With the ban on gas boilers in new builds firmly in place and generous incentives for retrofits, France is on track to continue leading Europe’s heat pump revolution. The French example shows how combining clear regulation (like new-build fossil fuel bans) with financial aid can rapidly shift a heating market: consumers have responded by choosing heat pumps in record numbers, delivering both energy savings and emissions cuts. French buildings are now well on the way to decarbonisation, illustrating the newsworthy progress that strong policy support can achieve in just a few years.

Germany: Building Energy Law and Market Expansion

Germany has undertaken major policy changes from 2022 to 2025 to transition away from gas heating, with heat pumps at the center of its plans. In 2023, after intense debate, Germany passed a landmark Building Energy Act that effectively requires new heating systems to use at least 65% renewable energy. The original proposal aimed to end new fossil boiler installations from 2024, and while the final law was watered down with phase-in periods, the core direction remains the same. Under the compromise law, from January 2024 all new heating systems in newly built housing developments must be 65% renewable (which in practice means heat pumps or district heating). For existing buildings, the requirement will apply starting 2026 or 2028 (depending on municipality size) once local heat plans are in place. By 2045 (Germany’s net-zero deadline), all heating systems must be switched entirely to renewable sources – effectively phasing out gas and oil heating by that date. Notably, the law allows older existing boilers to stay until end-of-life and includes exemptions for the elderly or low-income households, but it is backed by a substantial support package to accelerate voluntary switching.

Source: Carbonbrief

To support this transition, Germany has put in place generous subsidies for heat pump adopters, among the highest in Europe. Homeowners can receive grants or rebates covering 30–50% of the cost of a heat pump installation (with higher rates for lower incomes or when replacing an old oil boiler). These incentives, combined with high fuel prices in 2022, sparked a heat pump boom in Germany. In 2022, German heat pump sales jumped by over 50%, reaching approximately 275,000 units sold that year. This was a record at the time (2021 had around 150–170k sales). Germany’s installed base grew to about 1.7 million heat pumps by the end of 2022. The growth accelerated further in 2023: provisional figures show between 350,000 and 440,000 heat pumps sold in Germany in 2023, a ~60% increase year-on-year despite market uncertainties. This surge was aided by households preparing for the new law – some opting to install heat pumps early, and also a rush of orders amid fears of future fossil boiler bans. By 2023, Germany overtook France in annual sales, making it one of Europe’s fastest-growing markets for heat pumps.

German policymakers have also set clear targets. The government (as of 2022) announced a goal to install 500,000 heat pumps per year by 2024/25 on the path to decarbonizing buildings. To build supply chain capacity, Economy Minister Robert Habeck convened a Heat Pump Summit with industry, securing commitments of €_13 billion (approx) in investments by manufacturers to expand production in Germany and Europe by 2025 (source: BMWK press releases). German industry employment in the heat pump sector has grown, with over 170,000 jobs now supported across Europe (many in Germany) and more expected as factories expand.

Despite the rapid progress, Germany’s heat pump rollout hasn’t been without challenges. The political debate around the heating law in 2023 was contentious, causing some consumer confusion and even a spike in last-minute gas boiler purchases before the rules take effect. Indeed, after the record 2023 sales, the industry expects a temporary dip in 2024 (heat pump orders fell in early 2024 as gas price fears eased). Still, Germany’s long-term trajectory is set: by tightening building codes and boosting subsidies, the country is steering its huge building stock toward heat pumps. With 15% of Germany’s CO₂ emissions coming from heating, this shift is crucial for meeting its 2045 climate target. The key developments – a new national heating law, multi-billion euro incentive programs, and soaring sales – make Germany a focal point in Europe’s heat pump story during 2022–2025.

Italy: Superbonus-Fueled Boom and Adjustment

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Italy experienced a heat pump boom in 2021–2022, driven largely by generous renovation incentives, followed by a market adjustment in 2023 as policies evolved. Under the Superbonus 110% scheme (launched in 2020), Italian homeowners could receive tax credits up to 110% of the cost of energy efficiency upgrades, including heat pump installations. This remarkably generous incentive effectively made heat pump retrofits free (or even profitable) for many, leading to a surge in adoption. As a result, Italy saw about 513,000 heat pumps sold in 2022, a 35% increase over 2021 – setting a new record for the country. The average annual sales in the decade prior were around 250,000 units, so 2022’s half-million installations marked an unprecedented peak. By the end of 2022, Italy’s cumulative heat pump stock reached approximately 3.25 million units, and heat pumps captured over 27% of the market for heating systems (the rest being mostly gas boilers). The Superbonus and other Ecobonus incentives in Italy often covered 65–70% (or more) of heat pump costs, making it one of the most attractive markets in Europe for consumers to switch to heat pumps.

These incentives not only cut consumer costs but also yielded environmental gains. Italy’s national energy agency (ENEA) estimated that heat pumps installed under the Superbonus significantly reduced household emissions. For instance, the EU’s Joint Research Centre found that in Italy’s current electricity mix, replacing a gas boiler with a heat pump reduces a home’s carbon emissions by roughly 73%. With many older homes converting to heat pumps, Italy achieved substantial CO₂ savings during this period and lowered energy bills for consumers. The country also invested in expanding its manufacturing and installer base for heat pumps, anticipating long-term growth.

By 2023, however, Italy’s heat pump market experienced a cool-down as the Superbonus was scaled back (the incentive level was reduced to 90% and with more restrictions). The EHPA reports that Italian heat pump sales fell to around 345,000 units in 2023, down from ~514,000 in 2022. This ~33% drop was expected after the extraordinary rush the year prior. Even so, 345k units is historically high (Italy remains one of Europe’s top markets, second only to France and Germany in absolute sales). To ensure continued progress, Italy has maintained other supports: a 65% Ecobonus tax deduction for heat pumps and a ban on new oil boilers. Italy is also using EU Recovery funds to promote heat pumps, and considering mandates in the future (for example, phasing out gas boilers in new buildings by the late 2020s). The Italian experience highlights how powerful incentives can turbo-charge heat pump adoption, and how policy adjustments can lead to short-term fluctuations. Overall, from 2022 to 2025, Italy made huge strides in heat pump deployment – on the back of the Superbonus – and is now calibrating its policies to sustain growth in a more budget-conscious way.

Netherlands: Hybrid Heat Pumps and Policy Reversal

The Netherlands has pursued an aggressive heat pump strategy, focusing on hybrid heat pumps as a stepping stone to full electrification. In mid-2022, the Dutch government announced that from 1 January 2026, when an existing central heating boiler needs replacement, it must be replaced by a heat pump (or hybrid heat pump) or a connection to a heat network. This effectively made heat pumps mandatory as the default heating replacement in homes and buildings after 2026. To support this mandate, substantial incentives were offered: the government provides a subsidy covering roughly 30% of the heat pump purchase price for homeowners, and even 0% interest loans for middle- and low-income households via the National Heat Fund. This policy and incentive package aimed to rapidly scale up adoption of hybrid heat pumps (which pair with existing gas boilers) as a pragmatic way to cut gas use by about 60% per home while easing the transition for consumers.

Dutch consumers responded strongly. Heat pump sales in the Netherlands have been climbing each year, with industry data showing approximately 110,000 units sold in 2022, and around 154,000 heat pumps sold in 2023 – making the Netherlands one of Europe’s top markets despite its smaller size. Per household, the Dutch are adopting heat pumps at one of the highest rates in Europe (behind only the Nordic countries). This includes many hybrid heat pumps being installed in gas-heated homes ahead of the 2026 rule. The environmental benefits are notable: the Netherlands has a goal of eliminating natural gas from homes by 2050, and each hybrid or full heat pump installation brings that goal closer by slashing gas consumption and CO₂ emissions.

A recent political development, however, has introduced uncertainty. In late 2023, a new coalition government in the Netherlands indicated plans to scrap or soften the 2026 mandatory heat pump requirement. As stated in the new coalition’s outline agreement, they propose to abolish the heat pump obligation, potentially limiting it only to situations where it’s clearly beneficial. This unexpected reversal has drawn concern from industry and climate groups. The Dutch Heat Pump Association (Vereniging Warmtepompen) and others expressed astonishment and warned that rolling back the 2026 mandate could undermine the country’s sustainability targets. Companies had invested heavily in ramping up production and installation capacity in anticipation of the policy. If the mandate is indeed dropped, growth in heat pump adoption could slow compared to the previously expected soaring growth. That said, even without a legal mandate, the economic case for heat pumps remains strong in the Netherlands (especially with ongoing subsidies and high efficiency), and many homeowners are still likely to choose hybrids or full heat pumps when replacing heating systems.

In summary, the Netherlands exemplifies both bold policy innovation and the risks of policy uncertainty. The 2022 announcement of a 2026 hybrid heat pump mandate was a newsworthy first in the EU, and it drove record sales and investment. The 2024 reconsideration of that mandate is equally newsworthy, showing how political shifts can impact climate initiatives. As of 2025, the Dutch heat pump market is still robust and growing, but all eyes are on the new government’s next steps to see if the Netherlands will stay on its ambitious heat pump trajectory or chart a revised course.

Other Notable European Developments

Beyond the major markets above, many other European countries have introduced incentives and seen rising heat pump adoption between 2022 and 2025:

• Nordic Countries: Nations like Sweden, Finland, and Norway have some of the highest heat pump adoption per capita. By 2022, the Nordic region was selling nearly five times more heat pumps per household than the European average. Policies in these countries have long supported heat pumps (e.g. Sweden phased out oil boilers years ago, and Norway banned new oil heating in 2020). Nearly all new houses in the Nordics use heat pumps, and even older buildings increasingly retrofit them for both heating and cooling benefits. In Finland and Sweden, government programs offer grants for replacing old oil or direct-electric heating with heat pumps. The Nordic experience highlights that heat pumps can thrive even in cold climates, with modern heat pump models providing efficient heating in sub-zero temperatures.

• Eastern Europe: Several emerging markets in Eastern Europe saw explosive growth in 2022–2023. Notably, Poland and the Czech Republic each roughly doubled their heat pump sales in 2022, driven by efforts to improve air quality and reduce reliance on coal/gas heating. Poland has provided subsidies (under its Clean Air program) for heat pumps to replace coal stoves and boilers, and Czechia launched incentive programs under its Recovery Plan. These countries also view heat pumps as a solution to high smog levels from coal/wood burning in winter. The rapid growth continued in 2023, though starting from a lower base – making Poland and Czechia ones to watch as new EU members embracing heat pump technology.

• Austria and Germany’s Neighbors: Austria instituted bans on new oil boilers from 2020 and has mandated that any gas boiler older than 25 years must be replaced with a renewable heating system from 2025 (as part of its Renewable Heat Act). This is paired with subsidies up to €7,500 for installing heat pumps. As a result, Austria has seen record heat pump sales in the last two years. Other countries like Switzerland and Belgium (Flanders region) have announced phase-outs of fossil heating in new buildings by 2025 or 2026. Ireland not only banned fossil boilers in new builds from 2023, but also increased grants covering up to €6,500 of a heat pump installation through its Sustainable Energy Authority. Spain and Portugal are promoting heat pumps as efficient air-conditioning units that can also heat; Spain’s 2023 national energy security plan included incentives for heat pump water heaters and HVAC systems to reduce gas consumption.

• European Funding and Initiatives: Across the EU, funding from sources like the Social Climate Fund and national Recovery and Resilience Plans are being allocated to clean heating projects. Many countries launched or expanded rebate schemes between 2022–2025. For example, Poland’s My Warm program, France’s MaPrimeRénov’, Germany’s BEG grants, Italy’s Ecobonus, and Estonia’s renovation grants all offer significant support for heat pump adoption. There is also a concerted push to train tens of thousands of installers (through programs like EU PowerUP initiative) to address skills shortages. Collectively, these efforts have made heat pumps more accessible to consumers Europe-wide and are steadily overcoming traditional barriers to adoption.

In sum, the period from 2022 to 2025 has seen nearly every European country strengthen its support for heat pumps – either through outright bans on fossil heaters, generous subsidies, or both. Consumer awareness is at an all-time high, and even in countries not traditionally known for heat pumps, these systems are gaining market share as a preferred solution for clean, efficient heating and cooling.

Environmental Benefits of Heat Pumps

Heat pumps offer substantial environmental advantages, which is a key reason governments are promoting them. Heat pumps are 3–5 times more energy-efficient than traditional heating systems. According to the International Energy Agency, modern heat pumps deliver 3-5 units of heat per unit of electricity used, far outperforming electric resistance heaters or gas boilers. This high efficiency means that to provide the same warmth, a heat pump uses dramatically less primary energy – leading to lower greenhouse gas emissions especially as electricity grids get greener.

When replacing fossil-fuel heating, the emissions reductions are significant. For example, analysis by the EU’s Joint Research Centre found that in Italy, swapping an old gas boiler for an electric heat pump cuts that home’s CO₂ emissions by roughly 73% (based on Italy’s current electricity generation mix). In a country with a cleaner grid, or as more renewables come online, the carbon savings from heat pumps will be even greater. Because heat pumps run on electricity, their carbon footprint decreases over time as the electricity supply shifts to wind, solar, and other renewables – meaning heat pumps can eventually provide fully zero-carbon heating. In the meantime, even on today’s grid mix, a heat pump already slashes emissions compared to burning natural gas or oil in a boiler.

Across Europe, the aggregate environmental impact is substantial. As noted, the ~20 million heat pumps in operation by 2022 are avoiding about 52.5 million tonnes of CO₂ per year. By 2023, with ~24 million units installed, the avoided emissions would be even higher. To put this in perspective, that’s like eliminating the annual emissions of some 10 million cars (assuming ~5 tonnes CO₂ per car per year), or roughly equal to the entire annual emissions of a country like Greece or Portugal. Heat pumps also reduce air pollution: unlike gas or oil boilers, they produce no onsite combustion emissions (no CO, NOx, or particulates at the point of use), which improves indoor and local air quality. This is particularly beneficial in urban areas and countries that suffered from smog due to fuel oil or coal heating.

Furthermore, heat pumps contribute to energy efficiency and energy security. Because they move heat rather than generate it from fuel, heat pumps reduce overall energy demand for heating. This eases strain on energy supplies and helps countries cut imports of gas or oil. During the 2022 energy crisis, governments recognized that deploying heat pumps is one strategy to reduce dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets. Each heat pump installation permanently lowers a home’s gas consumption, which in aggregate has a meaningful impact on national gas demand (and was one factor in Europe’s ability to weather the winter without Russian gas shortages). The IEA estimated that if current growth continues, heat pumps will meet nearly 20% of global heating needs in buildings by 2030, significantly curbing CO₂ emissions and helping put the world closer to climate goals.

In summary, the environmental case for heat pumps is compelling: major carbon emission cuts, higher energy efficiency, improved air quality, and enhanced integration with renewable energy. These benefits underpin the strong policy support from 2022 to 2025, as countries see heat pumps as a win-win for consumers and the climate.

Global Trends and Outlook

The push for heat pumps is not limited to Europe – it has become a global trend from 2022 onward, with record adoption seen in many key markets. Global heat pump sales rose by 11% in 2022, reaching new highs as governments worldwide enacted supportive policies. The IEA reports that more than 30 countries (representing over 70% of heating demand) have introduced or strengthened incentives for heat pumps in recent years. This worldwide momentum is driven by the same factors as in Europe: the need to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and enhance energy security.

In the United States, 2022 marked a tipping point. Annual heat pump sales in the U.S. exceeded sales of gas furnaces for the first time ever. Over 4 million heat pumps were sold in the U.S. in 2022 (a record high), buoyed by consumer interest in efficient cooling/heating systems and spiking natural gas prices in some regions. The U.S. federal government supercharged this trend with the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022, which provides hefty incentives: homeowners can get a tax credit of 30% (up to $2,000) for installing a heat pump, and lower-income households are eligible for rebates up to $8,000 on heat pump systems. These incentives, which took effect in 2023, are expected to further accelerate heat pump adoption across America – especially in colder northern states where new cold-climate heat pump models can replace furnaces. U.S. policymakers view heat pumps as central to cutting building emissions, and many states are complementing federal rebates with their own programs. Notably, cities like New York and San Francisco have passed ordinances banning gas heating in new buildings, echoing European-style regulations at the local level.

China, the world’s largest heat pump market, has also seen substantial deployment, though its growth was relatively flat in 2022 due to pandemic-related economic slowdowns. China has tens of millions of heat pump units (including ubiquitous electric water heaters and air conditioners) already in use. In rural areas, the Chinese government’s coal-to-electricity program has subsidized heat pumps to replace coal stoves for cleaner heating. By 2025, China aims to double the share of heat pumps in its heating mix as part of its 14th Five-Year Plan for Building Energy Efficiency. This means expanding heat pump use not just in southern regions (where they are common for cooling) but also in colder northern provinces, supported by innovations in cold-weather heat pump technology. Chinese manufacturers are ramping up production and driving down costs, which is influencing global prices for heat pump equipment.

Other countries around the world are also embracing heat pumps: Japan and South Korea have long used efficient electric heat pump water heaters (Eco Cute systems) and are increasing support for space-heating heat pumps as part of zero-carbon home initiatives. Canada announced in 2023 new rebate programs to encourage homeowners to swap out oil furnaces for heat pumps (with grants up to CAD $5,000), targeting both emissions reduction and cost savings in cold climates. In Australia, air-source heat pumps are growing in popularity for hot water and pool heating, supported by state-level rebates and a shift away from propane/LPG systems. Even in developing countries, interest in heat pumps is rising for commercial and industrial applications – for example, using heat pumps for efficient cooling and dehumidification in Southeast Asia, or for dairy pasteurization and other processes that need heat.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has highlighted heat pumps as a key technology in its pathway to net zero. It estimates that to meet global climate goals, heat pump sales need to grow over 15% per year this decade. Current trends are close to that pace, thanks to policy support. If the trajectory from 2022–2025 continues, the IEA projects that heat pumps could avoid at least 500 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions annually by 2030 (globally) and significantly reduce fossil gas consumption. Moreover, the global heat pump industry is becoming a major clean-tech sector in its own right – expected to exceed $50 billion in annual market value in the next few years. Europe’s big manufacturers (in Germany, France, Italy) are expanding factories, U.S. and Japanese companies are innovating new models, and Chinese companies are mass-producing units at scale, contributing to cost declines.

In summary, heat pumps have moved from a niche option to a mainstream heating solution worldwide between 2022 and 2025. Governments in the UK, Europe, and beyond have introduced a raft of incentives, regulatory changes, and targets to speed up consumer adoption. This has led to record installations, with consumers responding to the call for more efficient, climate-friendly heating. The environmental benefits – in terms of reduced greenhouse gases and lower energy usage – are already being realized at scale, and will grow as heat pump deployment expands. These developments are highly newsworthy as they represent a critical pivot in how we heat our homes and buildings, with heat pumps playing a starring role in the clean energy transition. Each country’s journey may be unique, but the collective trend is clear: from London to Paris, Berlin to Washington and Beijing, heat pumps are on the rise, backed by strong government support and delivering both climate and consumer benefits.

Sources: European Heat Pump Association (EHPA) market reports and press releases, International Energy Agency analysis, UK Government and MCS Foundation reports, national energy agencies’ data (Germany, France, Italy), and news from official and industry outlets. These sources provide the latest statistics and policy details on the rapid adoption of heat pumps across the UK, Europe, and globally from 2022 through 2025.