Dutch firms use tricks to sell green products.
Homeowners are complaining about aggressive sales. Companies are selling batteries and heat pumps. Consumers can challenge these sales.
The Vereniging Eigen Huis (VEH) is helping homeowners. They are getting many complaints about sales tactics. These tactics involve selling energy-saving products. The ‘salderingsregeling’ is changing, which is causing problems. Consumers are confused about buying batteries and heat pumps.
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Highlights
Aggressive Sales Tactics Reported
Companies selling home batteries and heat pumps are using aggressive sales tactics.
VEH Hotline Established
The Dutch Housing Association (VEH) created a hotline for homeowners.
'Salderingsregeling' Impact
The phasing out of the ‘salderingsregeling’ is causing increased demand.
Consumers Face Pressure
Consumers are being pressured to buy energy-saving products.
Right to Challenge Sales
Consumers have the right to challenge misleading sales practices.