Rebecca Armstrong, Managing Director of Making Energy Greener, emphasised the need for a more robust directive to properly establish the UK’s hydrogen industry in Hydrogen Industry Leaders article:

“I welcome the UK government’s £21 million investment in hydrogen projects as a positive step towards sustainable energy. However, I would like to call for a more detailed dialogue on green carbon production and carbon capture strategies.

“This investment in hydrogen technology is encouraging, but we need reassurance of a broader, transparent commitment to sustainability.”

“Green hydrogen has great potential, and I am looking forward to seeing how these initiatives integrate into the wider goal of reducing carbon emissions and advancing a sustainable energy economy.”

Rebecca Armstrong, Managing Director of Making Energy Greener, states a heat pump is the solution in Grand Design Magazine article:

“A high-temperature heat pump is a renewable-energy system that has the capability to heat your home to comparable levels of warmth – and just as quickly – as a traditional gas boiler. By achieving temperatures from 60°C to 80°C, it warms your home faster than standard heat pumps, while eliminating the need for additional radiators or new insulation.

“The secret to [high-temp heat pumps’] effectiveness lies in the use of advanced refrigerants like R290 or R32, [which are] superior to those used in low-temperature heat pumps. These choices are not only more efficient but also kinder to the environment. Additionally, cutting-edge weather compensation controls enhance performance levels.

“R290 and R32 work more efficiently at higher temperatures than the first generation of heat pump refrigerants could manage. R290 is refrigerant-grade propane (LPG) and R32 is difluoromethane. Both gases also have lower global warming potential (GWP) than some of the refrigerants used in earlier heat pumps, such as R410A and R407C. Of R32, Hamid says, “With a lower GWP, R32 achieves higher energy efficiency and lower CO2 emissions, meaning it’s the perfect solution for reducing environmental impact, and has an important role to play in decarbonising homes.”

Rebecca Armstrong, CEO of Making Energy Greener, comments on how the tech industry can better support women:

“As we engage in the vital debate surrounding the future of technology, it is imperative that we ensure a woman’s perspective is at the forefront. This debate goes beyond business; it touches the lives of the people we work with and has a profound impact on our children’s future. Women bring unique insights, experiences, and considerations to the table, and their voices must be heard and supported to create a future that is not only technologically advanced but also inclusive, equitable, and beneficial for all.”

“I want to emphasise the importance of women and our collective action towards a brighter, sustainable, and equitable future. Being a female leader goes beyond just being a traditional managing director. It’s about passion, leadership, and the courage to voice and challenge the norm while supporting the next generation of women and girls.”