[FAQ] What is the alternative to connecting to the heat network?

Bristol’s planning policy stipulates that new developments must connect to a heat network. This decision was made as part of Bristol City Council’s ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2030. The Climate Change Committee has cited heat networks as the best decarbonisation solution for cities and is the only viable option in areas of electricity grid congestion and existing built environment, which are not suited for an individual ASHP.