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Our policy priorities

Heat pumps are crucial for Europe’s security and competitiveness

They reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels from unreliable partners, stabilise energy costs for consumers and industry, and strengthen manufacturing and jobs in Europe. 

Heat pumps provide efficient, locally sourced heating and cooling for homes, districts, businesses and industrial processes.

EHPA manifesto April 2026

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01

Electrification for energy sovereignty

We call for heat pumps to be recognised as a strategic energy security technology.

We support an energy sovereign Europe.

02

Set stable policies

We call for a clear policy direction

We support ambitious, measurable goals for heat pump adoption across all sectors.

03

Make heat pumps affordable

We call for heat pumps to be made affordable for all

We support financial incentives and accessible funding schemes to ensure heat pumps are within reach for every consumer.

04

Support European manufacturing

We call for strengthened industrial leadership and skills

We support investment in training programmes and innovation to cement Europe’s leadership in heat pump technology.

05

Make the most of heat pumps’ efficiency and flexibility

We call for heat pumps’ flexibility to support the grid and energy system integration

We support heat pumps’ ability to balance the grid and integrate renewable energy effectively to be boosted.

Policy news

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30 Oct 2026

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28 Oct 2026

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