The MCS Foundation in Scotland
As a Scottish registered charity, The MCS Foundation’s mission is a carbon-free future for all homes in Scotland. Working with the Scottish Government and MSPs, industry groups, and civil society across Scotland, we commission expert research to inform decision-making, and act as a catalyst to accelerate the use of carbon-free energy in Scottish homes.
News
Gas boilers will no longer be allowed to be installed in new-build homes in Scotland as of today, 1 April 2024.
Gas boilers will no longer be allowed to be installed in new-build homes in Scotland as of today, 1 April 2024.
2023 saw more certified heat pumps and solar panels being installed in Scottish homes and businesses than ever before, with an 18% jump on the previous record set in 2022.
2023 saw more certified heat pumps and solar panels being installed in Scottish homes and businesses than ever before, with an 18% jump on the previous record set in 2022.
Scottish Government urged to provide clarity and ambition in new Heat in Buildings Bill.
The MCS Foundation has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to deliver a Heat in Buildings Bill, but has called for greater clarity and ambition on the rollout of heat pumps across Scotland.
Research
WWF Scotland project assessing how regulation and incentives could be combined to rapidly accelerate the roll-out of zero and low-carbon heating in Scotland.
Assessing how regulation and incentives could be combined to rapidly accelerate the roll-out of zero and low-carbon heating in Scotland
The Value of Solar Heat: The Role of Solar Heat Technologies in Meeting Scottish Net Zero Targets.
The Value of Solar Heat: The Role of Solar Heat Technologies in Meeting Scottish Net Zero Targets
news
Scottish Government urged to provide clarity and ambition in new Heat in Buildings Bill
Scottish Government urged to provide clarity and ambition in new Heat in Buildings Bill.
The MCS Foundation has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to deliver a Heat in Buildings Bill, but has called for greater clarity and ambition on the rollout of heat pumps across Scotland.
news
Gas boilers no longer allowed in new-build Scottish homes
Gas boilers will no longer be allowed to be installed in new-build homes in Scotland as of today, 1 April 2024.
Gas boilers will no longer be allowed to be installed in new-build homes in Scotland as of today, 1 April 2024.
news
Record year for heat pumps and solar panels in Scottish homes and businesses
2023 saw more certified heat pumps and solar panels being installed in Scottish homes and businesses than ever before, with an 18% jump on the previous record set in 2022.
2023 saw more certified heat pumps and solar panels being installed in Scottish homes and businesses than ever before, with an 18% jump on the previous record set in 2022.