Zeuner represented the Heat Pump Association (HPA) at a Parliamentary Reception held at the Terrace Pavilion in the House of Commons.
The event was titled “From Carbon to Competitiveness: The Economic and Societal Benefits of Heat Pumps in the UK”. According to a statement, it brought together parliamentarians, policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the future of low-carbon heating. It also explored the role heat pump technologies will play in supporting the UK’s Net Zero ambitions.
Chris Reilly, founder and director of Zeuner, attended the reception on behalf of the company and the HPA alongside key figures from across the energy and construction sectors.
Hosted by Bill Esterson MP, chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee, the event also featured a keynote speech from the Minister for Energy Consumers, Martin McCluskey MP.
Discussions focused on the economic and societal opportunities presented by the growth of the heat pump sector. This followed on from the publication of a recent report which identified that heat pump manufacturing, installation and use contributed £1bn to the UK economy in 2025, with the potential to increase to £15bn by 2035.
An engineer by profession, Chris has worked within the heat pump and renewable energy sector for more than 20 years. The statement added that he is recognised as a leading voice in sustainable heating technologies, geothermal systems and energy-efficient building solutions.
Under Chris’s leadership, the statement said that Zeuner has established itself as a specialist in the installation, integration, maintenance and optimisation of commercial ground source heat pump systems, a statement said. The company works across large-scale commercial environments, delivering engineered renewable heating solutions designed to improve system performance, reduce operational energy demand and support long-term decarbonisation strategies, it noted.
Chris added: “It was a privilege for Zeuner to represent the Heat Pump Association at such an important parliamentary event. While much of the national conversation often focuses on domestic heating, it is vital that the commercial sector is given equal attention.
“Commercial buildings are major energy users, and improving efficiency within these environments can have a significant impact on both carbon reduction and long-term energy costs. The transition towards renewable heating technologies is not only an environmental necessity, but also an economic opportunity for the UK.”