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Angela Symons

‘Europe is ending its addiction to a toxic, costly drug’: Heat pump sales soar as electricity taxes fall

Heat pump sales in European homes rose by 11 per cent in the first half of 2026, following a surge in gas prices linked to the Iran war.

The energy shock has added urgency to the EU’s shift away from fossil fuels, with the European Commission encouraging governments to lower electricity tax.

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