‘IT’S BEEN A REVELATION’: HOW HEAT PUMPS CAN COOL YOUR HOME IN A HEATWAVE

As the UK experiences a heatwave, some homeowners have found an effective way to cool their homes using heat pumps, according to Money | The Guardian. Andrew Ingram, a resident of Maidenhead, Berkshire, has reported that his heat pump can lower the temperature in his living room to 21C even when it's 35C outside. This has provided a significant respite from the heat, making his home a comfortable sanctuary.

Ingram's experience is not isolated, as many owners have found heat pumps to be a lifeline in hot weather, with some even having to wear thick pyjamas to sleep due to the cool temperatures. The effectiveness of heat pumps in cooling homes is notable, given the UK's ongoing heatwave. According to Climate crisis | The Guardian, this heatwave may have already cost the UK economy £4.4bn in lost output so far this year.

The UK is experiencing a severe heatwave, with summer 2026 on course to be the country's hottest on record, according to the Met Office. This has significant implications for the economy, public health, and the environment, making the use of heat pumps a potentially important adaptation strategy.

• Heat pumps can effectively cool homes in hot weather
• The UK is experiencing a severe heatwave, with potential economic and health impacts
• Summer 2026 may be the UK's hottest on record

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