Prevent cuts to heat pump subsidies for defence funding
The Issue
My front door no longer even shuts properly because this year's heatwaves shifted my house's foundations. Thousands died. The whole country was in drought. Next year is predicted to be worse. The reality is that climate change is an ever-growing threat affecting our homes, our lives, and our futures. To combat this, we need to reduce our carbon emissions drastically. Heat pumps are a much-needed solution. By utilizing the heat from the ground to keep our homes warm in winter, they offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to burning oil or gas.
Unfortunately, the UK government is planning to cut 2bn in subsidies for heat pumps and carbon capture to redirect funds towards defence spending. This is a short-sighted decision, disregarding the urgent need to transition to greener energy sources. With the ongoing environmental crises, it is crucial that we invest in technologies that reduce carbon footprints, not in those that continue to heighten our dependence on fossil fuels.
Heat pumps do not merely represent a greener way to heat our homes; they are a concrete step towards fulfilling our national commitments to reduce emissions. As stated by the International Energy Agency, heat pumps could significantly decrease the global carbon footprint, potentially reducing the world's consumption of fossil fuels by over 2,500 million tonnes of oil equivalent by 2050. Carbon capture has the same potential. Cutting these subsidies now jeopardizes not only our climate goals but also the potential for significant long-term energy savings.
Moreover, supply and demand for oil and gas fluctuate wildly due to geopolitical tensions. Heat pumps offer a stable, clean alternative that reduces reliance on uncertain international energy markets. By continuing to subsidize these systems, we can ensure a more secure, sustainable future for households across the country, including yours.
Join me in urging the UK government to maintain the subsidies for heat pumps and carbon capture. Our future depends on innovative and sustainable energy solutions, not on short-term financial manoeuvres. We must prioritise our planet and our people over military spending. Sign this petition to preserve the subsidies for heat pumps and uphold our commitment to a sustainable world.
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The Issue
My front door no longer even shuts properly because this year's heatwaves shifted my house's foundations. Thousands died. The whole country was in drought. Next year is predicted to be worse. The reality is that climate change is an ever-growing threat affecting our homes, our lives, and our futures. To combat this, we need to reduce our carbon emissions drastically. Heat pumps are a much-needed solution. By utilizing the heat from the ground to keep our homes warm in winter, they offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to burning oil or gas.
Unfortunately, the UK government is planning to cut 2bn in subsidies for heat pumps and carbon capture to redirect funds towards defence spending. This is a short-sighted decision, disregarding the urgent need to transition to greener energy sources. With the ongoing environmental crises, it is crucial that we invest in technologies that reduce carbon footprints, not in those that continue to heighten our dependence on fossil fuels.
Heat pumps do not merely represent a greener way to heat our homes; they are a concrete step towards fulfilling our national commitments to reduce emissions. As stated by the International Energy Agency, heat pumps could significantly decrease the global carbon footprint, potentially reducing the world's consumption of fossil fuels by over 2,500 million tonnes of oil equivalent by 2050. Carbon capture has the same potential. Cutting these subsidies now jeopardizes not only our climate goals but also the potential for significant long-term energy savings.
Moreover, supply and demand for oil and gas fluctuate wildly due to geopolitical tensions. Heat pumps offer a stable, clean alternative that reduces reliance on uncertain international energy markets. By continuing to subsidize these systems, we can ensure a more secure, sustainable future for households across the country, including yours.
Join me in urging the UK government to maintain the subsidies for heat pumps and carbon capture. Our future depends on innovative and sustainable energy solutions, not on short-term financial manoeuvres. We must prioritise our planet and our people over military spending. Sign this petition to preserve the subsidies for heat pumps and uphold our commitment to a sustainable world.
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Petition created on 13 October 2026