MEL: a case study
Midlothian Energy Limited (MEL) is a joint partnership between Midlothian Council and Vattenfall, created to deliver critical energy infrastructure and become a driving force in delivering low carbon energy solutions for the entire region and surrounding areas.
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This is local energy, locally generated and delivered to local people.
What makes MEL stand out?
MEL stands out as the only fully 50/50 joint venture in the UK equipped to deliver a wide array of energy projects.
This unique partnership provides Midlothian Council with numerous benefits - from sharing our energy infrastructure expertise to risk sharing and help reaching local net zero targets.
A new era of energy
One of MEL’s first achievements is the construction of the MEL energy centre, which will generate low carbon heat for the heat network.
The energy centre, which is built on a former coal mining site is introducing low carbon energy infrastructure to power the region into the future.
We hope that MEL serves as an inspiration for other public bodies to think ahead, collaborate effectively, and embrace innovative solutions to create a sustainable future for all.
Forward thinking procurement
MEL shows that with the right approach to public procurement, combined with the right heat load and technology, it’s possible to achieve a single-technology solution to heat decarbonisation that works effectively across local authority boundaries.
MEL’s approach to social value
As part of MEL, we’re not only delivering critical low carbon energy infrastructure, but also creating lasting community benefits. Through apprenticeships, educational programmes, and STEM initiatives, we’re inspiring the next generation and developing a skilled workforce for Scotland’s growing heat networks sector.
This is local energy, locally generated and delivered to local people.
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Learn more from Midlothian Council and Vattenfall about how this innovative project, supplying thousands of new homes with heating and hot water, is setting the benchmark for a fair and sustainable transition.