Oct 03 2023 80 mins
Our longest podcast yet!!
But well worth listening to the end.
Get ready to turn up the heat with our guest, Nathan Gambling: heating industry expert, master plumber, and host of the podcast Beta Talk. Let Nathan's passion ignite your curiosity as he shares his family legacy, starting with his grandfather's pioneering work in domestic central heating. We explore the fascinating science of heat, the evolution of the industry, and the indispensable role of thermostats and TRVs.
As we shift gears, we tackle the implications of the government's ambitious plan to install 600,000 heat pumps a year, and how this affects us all. Nathan unravels the complexities of boilers and heat pumps, and how heating system efficiency can significantly impact the environment. We also take a deep dive into the crowded domestic heating market, discussing the hurdles faced by heating engineers as they adapt to rapidly evolving technologies.
Finally, we touch on the critical role of training and qualifications in the heating industry. Nathan shares his own journey transitioning to a City & Guilds course and offers invaluable advice to apprentices. We discuss the future of renewable energy in the heating sector, exploring the distinctions between solar PV and solar thermal. By the end of this episode, you'll be well-versed in the regulatory landscape of the heating industry, the potential of hybrid systems, and the future of heating systems. Join us on this enlightening journey with Nathan Gambling!