Sales of current-generation air-source heat pumps in Finland are set to end shortly as stricter safety regulations take effect.
The regulatory shift is expected to complicate installation processes for certain residential properties and drive up costs for consumers.
Retailers warn that the transition to compliant models will result in higher prices.
The new safety requirements add complexity to installations, particularly in older homes where retrofitting may require additional work to meet the updated standards.
The regulatory change arrives as demand for cooling and heating solutions surges across Europe.
A severe heatwave has driven unprecedented sales of air-conditioning units, benefiting Chinese manufacturers who are capturing significant market share.