In 2025, Alpha and its parent company, Immergas, marked a new era of innovation with the opening of a state-of-the-art centre dedicated to advancing renewable heating technology.
Today, that investment is fully operational, supporting research, development, real-world performance testing and professional training within a purpose-built innovation campus.
For Alpha, this group-level commitment strengthens our ability to deliver high-performance renewable heating systems tailored to the changing requirements of the UK market.
A dedicated research and development campus
The Immergas innovation campus brings together three integrated facilities – Domus Technica, the Laboratorium and the Green Tech Centre – forming a coordinated environment focused on the ongoing development and performance testing of renewable heating systems.
Purpose-designed architecture, flexible technical environments and the integration of renewable energy systems reflect a clear commitment to long-term sustainability and engineering excellence.
These spaces are designed for collaboration as much as research. Engineering teams work in an environment built to test, refine and improve renewable heating technology in real-world conditions, including heat pumps and integrated hybrid systems.
Real-world testing for renewable heating systems
At the heart of the campus is the Green Tech Centre – a live testing environment where renewable heating systems are evaluated under real operating conditions.
Here, engineers focus on:
- Maximising energy efficiency
- Improving integration of renewable energy sources
- Reducing system energy consumption
- Lowering harmful emissions
Continuous digital monitoring enables real-time data acquisition and detailed system-wide performance analysis. Rapid comparison of system configurations accelerates development and supports measurable, data-driven improvement.
This rigorous validation process ensures that the renewable heating technology supporting Alpha’s portfolio has been tested to the highest standards before reaching the UK market.
Advanced training and development
The campus also functions as an advanced technical training centre. Fully operational systems are used for both theoretical and hands-on learning, including:
- Heat pumps and integrated systems
- Hybrid heating technologies
- Solar thermal installations
- Photovoltaic systems
- High-power renewable-based thermal plants
This structured training environment ensures that knowledge evolves alongside technology. When required, examinations and certifications are conducted by accredited third-party organisations.
Strengthening Alpha’s renewable heating offering
Innovation in renewable heating technology demands sustained investment, measurable data and continuous refinement. The Immergas innovation campus provides the technical foundation that supports that ambition.
By combining local market focus with group-level renewable heating research and development, Alpha delivers efficient, reliable heating solutions designed for the next generation of low-emission homes.