A leading training provider in the plumbing and heating sector is making strides in the green energy arena by rebranding and introducing new specialized qualifications focused on sustainable technologies. Recently renamed Smart Energy, the company formerly known as Smart Gas, is adapting to the industry's shift towards more environmentally friendly energy solutions.
Expansion of Training Programs
As part of its new direction, Smart Energy has launched a Level 3 Low Carbon Heat Pump Engineer Apprenticeship. This program is designed to equip new recruits with future-ready skills and offer existing professionals an opportunity to improve their expertise. Additionally, Smart Energy’s parent company, Realise Training Group, offers the Level 4 Greener Futures Project Management Apprenticeship through its Business Skills unit. This qualification supports energy leaders in reducing their organizations' environmental impact.
Rebranding and Strategic Investments
The rebranding initiative and the launch of new apprenticeship offerings were recently introduced at the Energy & Utility Skills Conference held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole. Smart Energy was acquired by Realise, a top training provider, which has invested £50,000 in the firm’s Ashbourne center as part of a larger strategic development plan.
Commitment to Green Energy Solutions
Gregg Scott, CEO of Smart Energy, stated, "This rebrand and the launch of these exciting apprenticeships marks an exciting new chapter as we expand our training offering to service the evolving needs of the energy sector." He highlighted the nation's transition to sustainable air source heat pump solutions by noting that traditional gas heating will become less common.
Future Growth and Online Resources
Scott emphasized, “It is absolutely vital that the nation has the skilled engineers to cope with the change and we stand ready to help the industry on this exciting journey." Plans for geographic expansion and further announcements are expected soon. Alongside the transformation, Smart Energy will launch a new interactive website in the coming weeks, offering detailed information on various courses, including the Managed Learning Program in gas engineering and multiple other training modules.
Track Record and Learner Reach
Since its inception in 2016, Smart Energy, previously Smart Gas, has successfully trained over 1,500 engineers and nearly 300 apprentices from regions including Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire, and Cheshire, following its recognition as an approved apprenticeship training center in 2020.
A renowned plumbing and heating training provider is embracing the green energy revolution by unveiling a new name and specialist qualifications focusing on sustainable technologies.
Smart Gas has announced it has been renamed Smart Energy in recognition of the changing face of the industry and the move towards more sustainable energy sources.
Level 3 Low-Carbon Heat Pump
The growing training provider also revealed the introduction of a Level 3 Low Carbon Heat Pump Engineer Apprenticeship, aimed at teaching new recruits the skills needed for the future or offering people already in the industry the chance to upskill.
Meanwhile, learners can also access the Level 4 Greener Futures Project Management Apprenticeship via Smart Energy’s parent company, Realise Training Group and its Business Skills unit. The qualification can be utilized by energy pioneers charged with reducing environmental impact in their organization.
Rebrand and new apprenticeship offerings
Smart Energy was recently acquired by pioneering training provider Realise – and a £50,000 investment
Smart Energy’s rebrand and new apprenticeship offerings were unveiled at the Energy & Utility Skills Conference at Hilton Birmingham Metropole.
Smart Energy was recently acquired by pioneering training provider Realise – and a £50,000 investment in the business’ Ashbourne center has swiftly followed.
Air source heat pump solutions
Gregg Scott, CEO of Smart Energy, said: "This rebrand and the launch of these exciting apprenticeships marks an exciting new chapter, as we expand our training offering to service the evolving needs of the energy sector. The green revolution is in full flow and traditional gas heating will become less prevalent in the years to come, as the country moves towards more sustainable air source heat pump solutions."
He adds, "We wanted a brand and a name which reflects our commitment to the future of the industry, which presents both challenges and opportunities."
New geographical locations
Gregg Scott continues: "It is absolutely vital that the nation has the skilled engineers to cope with the change and we stand ready to help the industry on this exciting journey."
He further states, "This is just the start for Smart Energy. We have significant plans to expand the business into new geographical locations in the months to come, with announcements to follow very shortly."
Smart Energy's new website
Smart Energy is also preparing to launch a new website, which is set to go live in the next fortnight
To coincide with the rebrand, Smart Energy is also preparing to launch a new website, which is set to go live in the next fortnight.
The interactive site will allow learners and businesses to find out more about the wide range of courses on offer, including the Managed Learning Program (MLP) in gas engineering, ACS Domestic Gas Training & Assessment, Unvented Hot Water Training, Water Regulations Training, and LPG Training.
Smart Gas's approved apprenticeship training
Since launching in 2016, Smart Gas has trained more than 1,500 engineers, including nearly 300 apprentices after becoming an approved apprenticeship training center in 2020.
Learners have come from Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire, and Cheshire, as well as the local area.
