The benefits of heating your school with an air source heat pump

Air source heat pumps (ASHP) are a great alternative to heating schools with fossil fuels, as they can reduce energy consumption resulting in lower costs. A heat pump's ability to heat rooms can create more stable and comfortable working environments for both children and teachers, contributing toward better quality work.  

What is an air source heat pump?

Air source heat pumps heat rooms by absorbing the heat from the outside air. This is then used to heat a refrigerant, which then turns into a vapour. The vapour is then squeezed and compressed and released into a room or building through your existing pipework, helping to heat rooms, buildings or water. 

The benefits of an air source heat pump

Improved energy efficiency and reduced costs

Due to air source heat pumps extracting the heat from the air outside, they cost less to operate and heat rooms and buildings. By harnessing the natural heat from the outside air, air source heat pumps cost less than heating systems that utilise fossil fuels. This not only improves energy efficiency and cuts costs, but also contributes toward a better carbon footprint. 

Did you know that heat pumps are on average 400% efficient compared to boilers being 90% efficient? This means that when users opt for heat pumps instead of boilers they save money on their energy bills. This is particularly useful for schools that are struggling to keep on top of huge bills. 

Money will also be saved on maintenance costs as air source heat pumps require less maintenance and have longer life spans than traditional boilers. Air source heat pumps tend to last between 20 and 25 years whereas boilers typically only last for 15 years, meaning you’ll get more for your money.

Improved environmental responsibility 

When air source heat pumps are implemented they can significantly reduce the greenhouse gas emissions you produce. This contributes toward fighting climate change, improving air quality and creating a sustainable future for our planet. 

Schools can make a significant difference by heating all or even part of their school with an air source heat pump as they can significantly reduce the negative effects they have on the environment. 

Educational opportunities 

It’s crucial in the current climate that schools do their best to educate children on how they can save the planet. Teaching information about sustainable heating is just one great way to do this and having an air source heat pump fitted shows that you too are doing your bit to improve the environment. 

Teaching children from an early age about how heat pumps and other sustainable resources can improve the positive effects we have on the planet will inspire them to make a difference, by encouraging their parents to think more sustainably and implement better heating sources within their homes. 

By implementing ASHP you can lead the change we all want to see!

Comfortable working environments

A good working environment is crucial for productivity, engagement and learning. Without it students can become distracted, stressed and disengaged. 

Research shows that when rooms are at optimal temperatures and have excellent air quality productivity increases. ASHPs allow you to better manage the temperature of your classrooms, enabling you to deliver optimal temperatures for your students. This in turn can drive engagement and productivity so that children can have the best education possible. 

Installing an air source heat pump with Enula

At Enula we want to ensure that our planet and everyone on it has a future. That’s why we have partnered with Samsung, Panasonic, Haier, Aerfor and Swegon so that you can implement air source heat pumps without having to pay astronomical prices. 

If you’re looking at fitting an air source heat pump, get in touch with us today to see how we can help!