Low cost, low carbon solutions for social housing

Ground source heat pumps for social housing

The lowest cost, lowest carbon heating and cooling for all types of social housing.

Lower bills, greater comfort, and reduced carbon—networked ground source heat pumps help councils and social landlords tackle fuel poverty, improve residents' quality of life and meet carbon reduction goals.

Benefits

Going ground source is good for all

  • Alleviate fuel poverty

    Affordable, low-carbon heating that cuts fuel poverty, and keeps residents comfortable for the long haul, delivering real lasting social and financial benefits.
  • Lowest carbon emissions

    Our heat pumps have the lowest carbon footprint and minimal grid impact, making it easier to hit net-zero targets without having to compromise.
  • Make your budget go further

    We help Registered Social Landlords unlock funding, cut costs, and free up resources to reinvest in housing improvements that matter.
  • Built to save more over time

    Our solution is engineered for the long term, with the lowest running costs, the longest lifespan, and minimal replacement expenses—saving you more over a 40 year lifespan.
  • One solution, EPC uplift

    A cost-effective way to boost EPC ratings, lower energy bills, and meet compliance standards— Kensa's Shoebox NX is an easy-to-install heat pump that makes energy efficiency effortless.

Looking to decarbonise tower blocks?

At Kensa, we help you tackle fuel poverty and decarbonise tower blocks with low-carbon networked heat pumps. Our solution reduces costs, emissions, and grid pressure while improving comfort.

Fuel poverty is a genuine concern for many local authorities and social housing providers who have a responsibility for improving this situation. Ground source heat pumps are a worthwhile technology which will enhance our properties’ energy efficiency and cut fuel bills.
Deb Arnold
Deputy Leader of Thurrock Council
Social housing

Case studies

A proven solution for social housing
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Kensa's social housing stats

For 20 years Kensa have been designing, installing and supporting ground source heat pumps in social housing.
10,000
Over 10,000 social housing residents benefit from warmer, more efficient and affordable heating.
94%
Of SHDF (now WH:SHF) ground source heat pump projects have been delivered by Kensa.
Case Study
91 high-quality social rent new homes at the City of London
Step by step process social housing

It's simple when we work together

Our energy experts make decarbonising social housing easy from concept to delivery.

  1. Step 01.

    We’ll provide a bespoke feasibility report to identify opportunities and priorities for your properties.

  2. Step 02.

    We pinpoint where you can achieve the biggest impact for the lowest capital cost.

  3. Step 03.

    We will recommend the right funding option for your project.

  4. Step 04.

    Our team of experts will manage your project from planning through to delivery.

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Why it's the best fit

How networked heat pumps work in social housing

Networked heat pumps provide a scalable and cost-effective way to decarbonise social housing.

Using Shared Ground Loops—an innovative, renewable alternative to traditional heating—they connect individual ground source heat pumps to reduce heating bills and eliminate costly heat losses common with centralised systems.

Residents benefit from year-round comfort, full control over their heating, and the assurance of paying only for the heat they use. This efficient system delivers lower costs, greater flexibility, and consistent warmth for all.

Why it's the best fit

How networked heat pumps work in social housing

Networked heat pumps provide a scalable and cost-effective way to decarbonise social housing.

Using Shared Ground Loops—an innovative, renewable alternative to traditional heating—they connect individual ground source heat pumps to reduce heating bills and eliminate costly heat losses common with centralised systems.

Residents benefit from year-round comfort, full control over their heating, and the assurance of paying only for the heat they use. This efficient system delivers lower costs, greater flexibility, and consistent warmth for all.

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Award winning social housing solution