Robert Price has confirmed the opening of a brand new air source heat pump showroom in Newport, in partnership with Daikin.
Helping people across Wales make a “confident and successful transition to sustainable home heating”, the latest addition to the Robert Price Sustainable Energy Centre was officially launched on Wednesday 28th September with a series of presentations on Daikin products – and all the renewable technologies offered by Robert Price – and an assembly of invited guests including Newport City Councillor Yvonne Forsey, the Mayor of Newport Councillor Martyn Kellaway and the Mayoress, Mrs Helen Kellaway.
The merchant was also offering a launch event discount to anyone who places an order within three months of attending the event, whilst the first 20 visitors on launch day were eligible to sign up for free heat pump training sessions at the centre. Visitors were also able to enter into a prize draw with the chance to win two tickets to the Wales vs New Zealand Rugby Autumn International, a meal for two at Michelin Star restaurant ‘The Walnut Tree’ alongside a bundle of Sustainable Energy Centre treats and prize goodies.
Moving forward, the new centre will be a place for homeowners to familiarise themselves with air source heat pump technology and to sit down with an expert to discuss the best heating and cooling solutions for their home, before they’re partnered with a trusted local installer.
As well as providing a hub for homeowners, the centre will also house a heat pump training centre to help the region’s plumbing and heating installers diversify into renewable heating solutions and ensure the long-term competitiveness of their businesses, as fossil fuel boilers are phased out.
Iain Bevan, Commercial Manager – Heating & Renewables at Daikin UK, said: “It’s important that homeowners who want to go green can easily access expert advice and guidance, helping them find the best solution for their household’s heating and hot water needs.
“Being able to explore and discuss heat pump technology in person is vital, as is knowing that it will be installed by a highly-trained professional – and that’s what our Sustainable Home Centres are all about. We are delighted to be partnering with Robert Price again, this time to launch a Daikin Sustainable Home Centre to help installers, energy experts and homeowners find the best renewable solutions for them while making a significant contribution towards our national net zero targets.”
Kassie Williams, Sustainable Partnerships Manager at Robert Price, added: “Opening our new Sustainable Home Centre is a fantastic milestone for our business and the local community. It will complement our overall renewable offerings package and help further develop the renewable energy market in Wales.
“With our expert advice in all areas of building, plumbing, heating and renewable energy solutions, and Daikin’s market-leading domestic product range, there will be something for everyone to benefit from, at the launch event and beyond.”
