Panasonic Supports EHPA’s Call for Stable Regulation and Fair Electricity Taxation for Heat Pumps

01/10/2025

Panasonic supports the European Heat Pump Association’s (EHPA) call for more balanced energy taxation and stronger policy support for heat pumps.

 

According to the EHPA, heat pumps, which are vital for strengthening Europe’s energy security, are currently at a disadvantage because electricity is taxed much more than gas. EHPA explains that a heat pump is most competitive[1] when the electricity is twice the price of gas or less. Taxes and levies are a significant cost component to the market price of energy in many EU countries.

 

Enrique Vilamitjana, Managing Director at Panasonic Heating & Cooling, commented: “At Panasonic, we are proud to be recognised as a leading European heat pump brand, actively supporting the EU’s energy independence—especially in today’s complex geopolitical landscape. A stable regulatory environment is essential to accelerate the green energy transition, and we urge policymakers to maintain climate targets and the decarbonisation trajectory. This is vital not only for the planet, but also to ensure robust business cases for clean technologies.”

 

As a company with a strong European presence, Panasonic is committed to advancing clean heating and cooling solutions and supporting policies that enable the widespread adoption of heat pumps. Panasonic believes that rebalancing energy taxation and maintaining ambitious climate targets are crucial steps to secure Europe’s energy future and deliver on decarbonisation goals.