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Innovative Heat Pump Solutions by Daikin UK

In the UK, the launch of Daikin Airconditioning UK’s new product line, the UP Series heat pumps, marks a significant step in energy-efficient home heating. This innovative series leverages the advanced technology and services from Informetis Europe Ltd. (IMTE), aimed at providing smart and cost-effective heating solutions for households. The website for this launch has been recently published, showcasing the collaboration between Daikin and Informetis.

Background of the UK Market

The UK housing market is undergoing substantial changes led by government regulations such as the Future Homes Standard 2025. This mandate effectively prohibits the installation of new gas boilers in newly constructed homes, aiming to push for decarbonization and promote cleaner heating technologies. Furthermore, the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) has been introduced to encourage households to adopt heat pumps by offering financial incentives.

As a result, the UK heat pump market is poised for considerable growth, with expectations to increase sales by 63% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to the Heat Pump Association (UK HPA).

Introducing the Budget Control Service

The Budget Control service is a unique subscription-based offering functioning alongside the heat pump installations. This service incorporates power sensors that measure energy usage data, employing Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring (NILM) technology. By analyzing household energy consumption, the service intelligently estimates household activity levels during specific times, such as when occupants are away or asleep. This allows the system to optimally control the temperature settings of the heat pump, significantly reducing energy bills for consumers.

Moreover, for homes equipped with solar panels, the service adjusts operation based on real-time energy production, further enhancing efficiency. It can also adapt to changing electricity pricing structures, including time-of-use rates, ensuring that users benefit from lower rates by adjusting their heating dynamically. The cloud-based nature of this service ensures continuous evolution of the optimization features, leveraging AI technology that adapts to market changes effortlessly.

Strategic Outlook and Future Opportunities

The UP Series and its accompanying services are not only ideal for new constructions but are also compatible with existing homes, attracting a wider audience including those seeking to replace older systems. The UK construction industry has been steadily producing approximately 180,000 to 200,000 new homes annually, according to market analysis.

Together with Daikin, which is competing vigorously for the top market share in the UK heat pump sector, Informetis is committed to providing tailored cloud-based control services for the heat pumps being sold. With anticipated growth in installations, it positions itself to create a robust service provision framework tailored to evolving customer needs.

About Informetis

Informetis is on a mission to harness the potential of energy data to transform future living. By integrating AI technologies into energy optimization solutions, the company aims to contribute to carbon neutrality across Japan and worldwide.

Company Overview

• - Name: Informetis Inc.
• - Location: 1-12-16 Shiba Daimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 105-0012, Japan
• - CEO: Taro Tadano
• - Stock Exchange: Tokyo Growth Market, Stock Code 281A
• - Business Focus: Energy Informatics, offering smart living services that optimize energy usage and enhance comfort, alongside energy management services, and the creation of new services leveraging energy data.
• - Established: April 8, 2013
• - Website: Informetis Official Site

This announcement not only highlights an essential innovation for consumers in the UK but also reflects a broader trend of adopting sustainable energy solutions in home heating.