Economy Minister Conor Murphy has launched a public consultation to gather feedback on providing support for low-carbon heating in residential properties.

The consultation aims to collect opinions that will shape future government policies, regulations, and guidelines for promoting low-carbon heating technologies.

Minister Murphy said: "Decarbonisation is key to my economic plans. Our heavy reliance on fossil fuels to heat our homes creates carbon emissions and leaves us vulnerable to global price rises.

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"Low carbon heating technologies provide a reliable, sustainable and clean energy source. They emit lower carbon emissions compared to fossil-fuels such as natural gas and oil boilers. Low carbon technologies also enable us to become self-sufficient in affordable renewable energy."

Turning to how the introduction of low carbon technologies can also generate economic prosperity, the Minister continued: "The early adoption of low carbon heating technologies will act as a catalyst for our green economy. By stimulating a strong local renewables market, we can create the conditions for businesses to develop the skills and technologies to provide low carbon heating solutions on a global scale which presents huge economic opportunities."