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Affordable, low carbon heating for tower block residents
Ground source heat pumps for tower blocks

With unmatched experience in retrofitting tower blocks, we replace costly heating with low-carbon networked heat pumps.
Our turnkey solution cuts costs, reduces carbon, and improves comfort.
Warm Homes Social Housing Fund (WH:SHF) allocation

Why go ground source?
Why go ground source in tower blocks?
Alleviate fuel poverty
Tackle fuel poverty by replacing costly electric heating with a low-carbon solution offering the lowest running costs. Cut energy bills, enabling residents to afford heating without sacrifices, while ensuring reliable, long-term comfort.Cut carbon emissions
Reduce carbon emissions by adopting Kensa’s networked heat pump solution, the most efficient, low-carbon system designed to meet sustainability goals without compromising affordability or performance.EPC uplift
Effortlessly boost energy performance ratings with Kensa’s Shoebox NX heat pump. Achieve up to a two band EPC uplift with one smart solution, ensuring compliance and adding value to your properties.Funding & value for money
Access tailored funding support from Kensa, helping social landlords secure grants and lower maintenance costs. Gain long-term savings while providing high-quality heating for your residents.Lowest Lifecycle Costs
Choose Kensa’s networked heat pumps for the lowest 40-year lifecycle costs. With minimal maintenance, extended lifespan, and affordability—even without government funding—this solution delivers unbeatable value.Year-round heating and cooling
Provide residents with year-round heating and cooling through Kensa’s networked heat pumps, offering climate resilience while reducing future costs and enhancing comfort.


Making a difference
I am so happy to have a low-cost, energy-efficient heat pump; it has made a big difference. The heating before was a big expense, and we all dreaded the winter months.
Diane
A Thurrock residentBacked by
Step by step process tower blocks
It's simple when we work together
Our energy experts make decarbonising tower blocks easy, from concept to delivery.
- Step 01.
We’ll provide a bespoke feasibility report to identify opportunities and priorities for your properties.
- Step 02.
We pinpoint where you can achieve the biggest impact for the lowest capital cost.
- Step 03.
We'll recommend the right funding option for your project.
- Step 04.
Our team of experts will manage your project from planning through to delivery.
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News
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Social housing residents bills slashed by 66% for heating and hot water
Residents in 273 high-rise flats in Thurrock will see significant savings in their heating and hot water bills this winter due to the installation of energy-efficient Kensa ground source heat pumps, helping to remove many residents from fuel poverty.