https://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/rss/en-GBMon, 06 Apr 2026 14:11:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/globalassets/brand-story/images/vattenfall-logo.pnghttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/rss/https://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/3/from-michigan-to-midlothian-a-transatlantic-visit-focused-on-climate-action/We recently welcomed a group of students from Western Michigan University to our Edinburgh office, travelling all the way from across the pond to learn about Scotland’s approach to low carbon heating. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 08:39:34 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/3/connecting-communities-100th-property-joins-the-mel-heat-network/We’ve recently connected the 100th property to the MEL heat network in Midlothian – a major milestone for the operations of our local, Scotland team. Properties are currently connected at two key developments: Craighall Village and Shawfair. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:20:53 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/3/vattenfall-supports-new-BPF-research/We’re pleased to be supporting a new piece of research, commissioned by the British Property Federation (BPF), to examine the impact of heat network regulation on the property sector.Thu, 19 Mar 2026 08:38:16 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/1/green-light-for-bristol-heat-network-lowcarbon-energy-centre/Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:15:41 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/1/opening-doors-to-the-heat-network-industry-for-local-students/As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting skills development and raising awareness of low carbon heat networks, we were pleased to host an engineering presentation to students at Edinburgh College alongside a site visit at our MEL Energy Centre. The visit provided an opportunity to introduce students to heat networks in a real‑world setting and to highlight the growing career opportunities within the sector.Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:16:25 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/1/brent-cross-town-awards-50000-community-fund/Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:41:44 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2026/1/ofgem-regulation/Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:24:54 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/10/shawfairs-first-homes-connected-to-the-mel-heat-network/We are happy to announce the latest developments on our MEL heat network; we have now connected the first homes in Shawfair, with first customers benefitting from receiving low carbon heating and hot water.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:22:31 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/03/ecci-co-benefits-report/A new report by the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute (ECCI), commissioned by Vattenfall, reveals that the deployment of zero carbon heat networks and energy efficiency upgrades across Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian could generate up to £2.1 billion in combined environmental and social benefits over the next 25 years. Thu, 26 Jun 2025 09:51:16 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/03/preparing-the-bristol-heat-network-for-regulatory-changes-with-leading-training-providers-chirpy-heat/scottish-governments-announcement-on-heat-networks-and-public-sector-buildings/Thu, 03 Apr 2025 15:18:02 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/03/preparing-the-bristol-heat-network-for-regulatory-changes-with-leading-training-providers-chirpy-heat/Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:38:33 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/01/what-to-expect-from-upcoming-regulation/Read for an overview of current progress of heat network regulation, and estimated timelines for implementation.Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:14:35 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2025/01/first-customers/We’re excited to share the first customer connections to our heat networks in Scotland and London, marking an encouraging start to the yearMon, 27 Jan 2025 15:08:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/10/mel-energy-centre-opens/Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:13:33 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/10/vattenfall-successfully-registers-as-heat-trust-member/Vattenfall is proud to become a Registered Participant of Heat Trust, having proactively registered two heat network projects - Brent Cross Town heat network in north London and the Midlothian Energy Ltd (MEL) heat network, in Midlothian on the outskirts of Edinburgh.Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:00:30 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/10/Vattenfall-hosts-Ofgem-and-London-stakeholders-at-Brent-Cross-Town/We were delighted to host Ofgem, the Greater London Authority and London Councils at Brent Cross Town earlier this month. With our partners, Related Argent and Barnet Council, we discussed the role of heat networks in delivering the Mayor of London’s goal for the city to be net zero carbon by 2030.Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:00:18 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/09/more-diversity-is-needed-in-STEM-industries-if-the-UK-is-to-reach-its-net-zero-targets/Mithila Nanda, Engineering Manager at Vattenfall UK, shares her thoughts on how diversity in STEM is critical to realise successful heat networks and reach net zero – filling skills gaps and enhancing teams.Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:38:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/09/the-role-of-water-source-heat-pumps-in-heat-networks/Selene Molina Blanco, Head of Engineering in our Bristol office, explains the role of water-source heat pumps in Bristol’s heat network and how the technology works to bring low carbon heating and hot water to people living and working in the city.Tue, 03 Sep 2024 13:37:05 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/07/Heat-network-projects-present-lifelong-career-opportunities-Paul-Steen-tells-the-Scotsman/Our Head of Business Development (North) has written an insightful article for The Scotsman, addressing the critical need to bridge the skills gap to achieve net zero in Scotland. Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:36:29 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/06/bristol-heat-network-scoops-up-two-prestigious-industry-awards/Yesterday was a successful day for Vattenfall’s Bristol Heat Network, scooping up two awards at separate ceremonies on the same evening. Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:07:38 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/05/heat-networks-are-investment-opportunity-worth-billions/Vattenfall has been featured by PA Media, citing the investment opportunity presented by heat networks.Wed, 01 May 2024 10:05:06 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/03/bristol-city-leap-and-vattenfall-win-clean-energy-scheme-award-at-regens-2024-green-energy-awards/Bristol City Leap, in collaboration with Vattenfall Heat UK, has been awarded the prestigious ‘Clean Energy Scheme Award’ at the 2024 Green Energy Awards, organised by Regen.Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:20:20 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/03/iwd24-everyone-plays-a-role-in-gender-parity/Gender parity is not a goal that can be achieved in isolation; it demands active engagement and participation from everyone, irrespective of gender.Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:01:01 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/03/reflecting-on-diversity-a-vision-for-an-inclusive-energy-sector/In conversation with Maria Yorica, visiting researcher at Imperial College London for Energy Futures Lab, Bindi Patel shares her journey and insights into the progress made towards inclusivity in the energy industry, as well as the challenges that lie ahead.Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:59:29 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2024/01/unleashing-the-potential-of-district-heating-through-progressive-partnerships/Building on our long-term partnership with Bristol, as well as current district heating partnerships in London and Midlothian, we are ready to collaborate with other progressive cities to unleash the potential of district heating.Thu, 18 Jan 2024 10:55:28 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/11/sustainable-solutions-towards-net-zero/This year, COP28 focuses on four cross-cutting themes - technology and innovation, inclusion, frontline communities and finance. We are proud to be working with ITN Business as part of their 'Sustainable Solutions Towards Net Zero' series, which recognises the role that businesses can play as we transition away from a fossil fuel based economy. View our film below and read on to find out more about our work in the UK and Bristol specifically.Wed, 29 Nov 2023 09:29:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/09/new-director-for-london-appointed-at-vattenfall-heat-uk/Alina Gheorghiu-Currie, appointed Director for London at Heat UK.Fri, 22 Sep 2023 08:15:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/09/vattenfall-and-catalyse-change-reflecting-on-work-experience/Commercial Consultant for Vattenfall Heat UK, Sonya Bedford, works as a mentor at Catalyse Change, providing valuable insight of the sustainable energy sector, for young women aged 18-24. Fri, 01 Sep 2023 13:59:35 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/08/vattenfall-uses-sniffer-dogs-to-detect-leaks-in-the-heating-network/For some time now, Vattenfall has been researching the use of sniffer dogs to locate leaks in the district heating network. The first results are promising and we are now looking at how detection with dogs can be even more efficient, so that the current technical methods of detection can possibly be replaced.Fri, 25 Aug 2023 07:00:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/08/we-wont-meet-net-zero-unless-we-empower-young-people-with-skills-for-low-carbon-industries/We have all seen the deeply concerning impacts of climate change this summer, with record breaking heatwaves and wildfires in Europe. Young people face the prospect of feeling the damaging effects of climate change deeply throughout their lives. Yet at the same time, as they get ready for the world of work, they have a vital role to play in minimising those impacts. Fri, 11 Aug 2023 13:42:54 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/08/wes-work-experience-with-joyce-daser-adams/In support of the Women in Engineering Society (WES) Vattenfall gave Joyce Daser-Adams, student of Mechatronic Systems Engineering, the opportunity to work shadow our Head of Engineering, Selene Molina Blanco. Here is what Joyce had to say about her experience. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:52:35 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/07/robust-policies-to-protect-heat-network-consumers-are-crucial/Vattenfall fully supports governmental moves to bring heat network customers the same rights and protection benefits currently enjoyed by users of other utilities.Fri, 07 Jul 2023 09:00:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/07/the-uk-must-unlock-the-full-potential-of-district-heating-to-reach-net-zero/District heating benefits everyone: from the local governments keeping communities thriving, happy and healthy, to the place-makers providing desirable homes fit for the future.Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:47:36 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2023/06/celebrating-international-women-in-engineering-day-2023/In celebration of International Women in Engineering Day, we asked Vattenfall's own women in engineering on what inspired them to join the industry and the importance of what #MakeSafetySeen means to them.Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:29:55 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/07/women-in-engineering-reflections-of-the-next-generation/Following an introduction to the real world of engineering, a group of young women share their experience and future career aspirations.Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:51:42 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/06/lets-meet-courtney-macdougall/We interview Project Engineer Courtney MacDougall to talk about her inspiration and how engineering is a universal language.Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:02:55 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/05/diversity-and-inclusion-with-see-it-be-it/Vattenfall worked with See It Be It to produce a series of videos for the Diverse Heat Network highlighting the diversity of roles in our industry but also diversity of talent.Tue, 31 May 2022 12:00:53 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/04/harnessing-value-for-scotlands-communities-from-heat-networks/Vattenfall partnered with SCDI in a forum to discuss the opportunities arising from the installation of Heat Networks across Scotland. Read the report now.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:57:19 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/04/lets-meet-meike-imberg/Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Lead Meike Imberg joins us this month to talk about coming to the UK from Aachen, working on LBGT inclusion journeys and developing an impactful diversity and inclusion strategy for our organisation.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:49:02 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/04/launch-of-the-diverse-heat-network/We are incredibly proud to engage in this wonderful initiative where all parties benefit a great deal while ensuring we reach younger people with our fantastic talent and diversity of jobs.Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:20:45 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/04/national-administrative-professionals-day/Take a moment to think about the impact your admin colleagues have on your work and well-being, and how they support you to achieve your own goals.Wed, 27 Apr 2022 09:25:44 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/04/glasgow-launch-event/We were delighted to be able to engage in face to face discussions with key partners that share our vision to support the decarbonisation and regeneration of Glasgow on 31 March.Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:21:46 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/city-of-bristol-selects-city-leap-partner-to-take-action-on-climate-change-and-achieve-carbon-neutrality-by-2030/City of Bristol selects Ameresco and subcontractor Vattenfall Heat UK, for large multi-pronged approach to build the city’s future smart energy system.Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:02:38 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/iwd22-marina-murdasova/"It is a day of gratitude, love and passion." Project Manager Marina Murdasova discusses what International Women's Day means to her.Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:29:50 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/international-womens-day-2022-adriana-rodriguez/Business Operations and Performance Director Adriana Rodriguez talks about what International Women's Day means to her.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:56:42 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/international-womens-day-2022-ramona-guha-thakurta/Interim Head of Operations & Business Performance Ramona Guha-Thakurta discusses her thoughts regarding International Women's Day.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 20:41:39 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/international-womens-day-2022-cecilia-amis/"All my family and friends have shaped me into being what I am today." Human Resources Business Partner Cecilia Amis discusses what makes International Women's Day important to her.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:55:13 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/international-womens-day-2022-mark-anderson/"There’s no such thing as a passive ally." For International Women's Day 2022, Commercial and Developmental Director Mark Anderson offers his thoughts on what it means to be an ally.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:49:32 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/03/international-womens-day-2022-kemrie-corrins/Business Operations Analyst Kemrie Corrins discusses what International Women's Day 2022 means to her.Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:41:28 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/01/reflections-on-2021-looking-ahead-to-2022/Managing Director Mike Reynolds shares his reflections on 2021 and expectations for 2022.Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:20:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2022/01/december-step-challenge-results/The Heat UK team walked over 3000 miles and raised £3000 to be split between the winner's chosen charities.Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:49:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/11/lets-meet-euan-lambert/Euan Lambert joins us this month as one of our new team members as part of our graduate training programme.Tue, 30 Nov 2021 14:12:50 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/11/how-partnerships-can-unlock-transformational-change---a-cop-26-reflection/Head of Partnerships Noah Nkonge reflects on a strong message of partnerships and collaboration coming out of COP 26.Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:48:42 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/10/reflections-on-scotland-development-conference/Account Director Ben Carter reflects on the Built Environment Networking Scotland Development Conference; in association with Vattenfall.Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:54:50 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/10/lets-meet-kiera-byrne/Team Coordinator Kiera Byrne returns from maternity leave and joins us for this month's team spotlight.Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:27:41 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/09/lets-meet-iona-mackie/Team Coordinator Iona Mackie joins us for this month's team spotlight.Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:08:14 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/09/funding-the-future--the-decarbonisation-of-heat/Vattenfall’s Funding the Future event brought together principals from the Real Estate and Finance sectors with Government bodies and members of the Vattenfall Heat UK team to start a new, interdisciplinary dialogue.Thu, 30 Sep 2021 10:20:55 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/09/vattenfall-launches-ambitious-plan-to-heat-londons-buildings-without-fossil-fuels/On 21st September at London's iconic Tower Bridge, we outlined our ambitious vision to connect the equivalent of 500,000 homes in east London, saving up to 26 million tonnes of CO2 over 20 years, beginning with our Energy from Waste partner Cory.Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:08:59 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/09/reflections-on-scottish-renewables-low-carbon-heat-conference-2021/Carol Aitken, Ben Carter and Paul Steen reflect on this year's Scottish Renewables Heat Conference.Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:22:33 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/08/code-red-for-humanity/"It is unequivocal that human influence has warmed the atmosphere, ocean and land” reports IPCC.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:37:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/08/vattenfall-secures-silver-award-for-armed-forces-pledge/Following its signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant Vattenfall UK has this week secured a silver award for its commitment to supporting the armed forces community.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 11:24:47 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/08/lets-meet-andy-dodds/Andy Dodds joins the Heat UK team this month as our new Health, Safety & Environment Manager and Armed Forces Champion.Wed, 11 Aug 2021 11:00:14 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/08/energy-minister-visits-what-will-be-one-of-the-uks-largest-heat-networks/The Minister for Business, Energy and Corporate Responsibility, Lord Callanan, visited Cory’s Riverside Energy from Waste Facility in Belvedere. Vattenfall, in conjunction with Cory, will harness heat to serve 21,000 homes in the Thames Estuary area.Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:12:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/07/work-experience-reflections/Chemical Engineering student Charlotte Muhrbeck reflects on her two week work placement with the Vattenfall Heat UK team.Thu, 29 Jul 2021 22:17:48 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/07/lets-meet-victor-leon-jimenez/Project Manager Victor Leon-Jimenez joins us for this month's team spotlight.Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:45:47 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/07/government-delays-climate-change-action-again/The solutions exist, the market is ready to buy and suppliers are ready. But the absence of a clear framework and plan from government is increasingly the barrier to rolling out low carbon heat at scale.Thu, 15 Jul 2021 15:21:27 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/07/reflections-on-future-proofing-the-growth-of-uk-heat-networks/Lead Engineering Manager Selene Molina Blanco reflects on the topic of how we can future-proof the growth of UK heat networks.Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:50:51 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/07/the-role-of-carbon-pricing-in-heat-decarbonisation/The focus of energy policy has historically often been: How do you incentivise or subsidise low-carbon?Fri, 02 Jul 2021 16:52:53 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/06/lets-meet-rufus-ford/Account Director Rufus Ford joins us for this month's team interview to talk about his pathway into renewable energy, personal projects, and more.Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:43:40 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/06/mike-reynolds-md-of-vattenfall-heat-uk-welcomes-ccc-support-for-heat-zoning/A supportive market framework is key to accelerating the rate of investment in district heating, playing an important role in driving heat decarbonisation in our built environment.Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:47:15 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/06/bigger-pools-of-finance-needed-if-we-are-going-to-go-fast-in-decarbonising-heat/"Doing green mortgages on their own won’t change anything without investing in the supply chain.", says MD Mike Reynolds to the FT Adviser this week.Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:24:18 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/06/selene-molina-blanco-wins-ade-rising-star-award/The award recognises those with vision, drive and who are excellent ambassadors for the sector.Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:36:03 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/06/using-local-low-carbon-heat-sources-to-deliver-a-city-wide-heat-network/UK cities need to transition to low carbon heat sources quickly and at scale. Heat networks can do just that by taking advantage of multiple heat sources, with customers benefiting from a reliable all-inclusive service and improved air quality at the same time.Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:44:05 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/05/hnip-funds-one-of-the-uks-largest-heat-networks-to-be-delivered-in-partnership-between-cory-riverside-energy-and-vattenfall/Waste heat to provide warmth to 21,000 London homes.Fri, 28 May 2021 07:59:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/05/lets-meet-jenn-holgate/Senior Legal Counsel Jenn Holgate joins us to talk about zoning, Eurovision, hiking and more in this month's interview.Thu, 27 May 2021 13:45:02 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/05/viridor-commitment-to-carbon-negative-great-news/If we are to wean ourselves off fossil fuels and reduce carbon emissions to net zero by 2050 then we need to stop pretending that a utopia where there is zero waste exists and start seeing waste as a resource.Fri, 21 May 2021 15:12:59 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/04/four-easy-wins-heat-networks-can-implement-to-benefit-both-their-customers-and-their-business/Better customer experiences on heat networks will not only help networks get ahead of regulation but will also build consumer confidence in the sector, writes Zoe Guijarro at Citizens Advice.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:44:28 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/04/lets-meet-tom-bouwens/Commercial Manager Tom Bouwens joins us this month to talk about his development in energy projects overseas, kayaking on the Thames and more.Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:33:20 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/04/sixth-carbon-budget-news-our-response/Decarbonising how we heat our homes and buildings will be a key part of the drive to slash emissions.Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:14:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/03/lets-meet-selene-molina-blanco/Lead Engineering Manager Selene Molina Blanco talks about her passion for engineering, Brent Cross South and what she’s looking forward to the most when lockdown restrictions ease.Tue, 30 Mar 2021 09:00:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/03/mark-anderson-joins-vattenfall-heat-uk/Mark joins Vattenfall Heat UK as Interim Sales Director. Previously he has held roles as Managing Director, Sales & Service Director and Strategy Director across the energy sector.Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:03:11 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/03/waste-in-the-uks-route-to-net-zero/To reach net zero by 2050, as the quickest and most affordable way to reduce emissions, carbon efficiency must be a critical focus writes Helen Murphy, Sustainability Manager for Cory Riverside Energy.Thu, 18 Mar 2021 10:00:11 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/fiscal-policy-must-support-the-uks-net-zero-heat-ambitions/A clear strategy to decarbonise heating alongside the right financial framework will encourage investment to flow into the sector, writes Mike Reynolds, Managing Director of Vattenfall Heat UK.Tue, 02 Mar 2021 09:33:02 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/lets-meet-bhavya-patel/Head of Operational Readiness Bhavya Patel joins us for an interview this month, talking about his start in engineering, the energy industry and more.Fri, 26 Feb 2021 08:30:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/first-pipes-in-the-ground-at-brent-cross-town/A significant milestone has been achieved as construction has started on the primary district heating network at Brent Cross Town.Fri, 26 Feb 2021 08:00:31 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/01/vattenfall-heat-uk-raises-3.5k-for-charity-with-virtual-step-challengeThrough December, Vattenfall Heat UK team members walked the equivalent distance from the office in Blackfriars to the office in Solna - via Amsterdam, Hamburg, Berlin and Copenhagen as part of the December Step Challenge.Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:24:54 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/01/empowering-young-women-as-sustainability-leaders/For the past two years Vattenfall has generously supported a young woman from less advantaged background, through the Catalyse Change CIC learning and mentoring programme to help provide them with the inspiration, skills and confidence to be sustainability leaders and change makers.Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:14:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/01/lets-meet-mark-adams/Investment Analyst Mark Adams talks about choosing energy finance as a career and his work on flare gas reduction with the Nigerian government.Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:11:06 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/10/reflections-on-heat-and-decentralised-energy-conference-2020/Selene Molina, Sandra Šlihte and Adriana Rodriguez reflect on their participation in the ADE's Heat and Decentralised Energy Conference 2020.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:54:22 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/10/lets-meet-sarah-lister/This month Financial Operations Administrator Sarah Lister joins us from Cornwall to talk about her decade with Vattenfall, living between two coasts and her brush with a Beatle.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:51:30 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/10/heat-networks-have-an-important-role-to-play-in-the-decarbonisation-of-heat/Heat network growth needs to be built on the foundations of good consumer protection standards as consumers will be the ones to live and work in the heat networks we build.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:35:51 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/09/lets-meet-chris-turner/Chris Turner, our Commercial Manager for the South region, talks about paternity leave, discovering heat networks and growing up in Wales.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:02:38 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/09/ambition-what-is-the-uks-goal-for-district-heating/We can achieve amazing results when we put the right framework in place.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 22:39:48 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/heat-networks-scotland-bill-is-passed/Vattenfall were pleased to take part in the working group set up by the Scottish Government to develop the policy reflected in the legislation.Wed, 24 Feb 2021 17:05:23 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/05/what-are-the-benefits-to-having-a-diverse-team/Noah Nkonge discusses the importance and benefits of having a diverse team.Tue, 23 Feb 2021 22:19:57 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/07/how-do-we-promote-diversity-and-inclusion-in-the-workplace/"Diversity is what really breeds the melting pot of great ideas."Tue, 23 Feb 2021 22:12:25 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/08/talking-heads-a-year-in-industry-with-vattenfall-heat-uk/"Ask more questions, understand what you're doing within the bigger picture and don't lose the spark." Tue, 23 Feb 2021 20:59:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/08/lets-meet-ben-thompson/Ben Thompson joined Vattenfall Heat UK as an Engineering Manager this April. We caught up with him over Teams from his native town of Sheffield to discuss what's driven him to become an engineer, his hobbies and more.Tue, 23 Feb 2021 20:45:27 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/06/reorganisation-announcement-2020/We are announcing some exciting changes to our team structure that is a continuation of the core elements of our work with a significant shift towards establishing strategic footholds in key markets for 2020 and beyond.Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:48:45 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/reorganisation-announcement-2021/We are pleased to announce some exciting changes to the structure of the team at Heat UK, with effect from 01 March 2021.Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:40:40 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/getting-closer-to-zero-carbon-heating-in-your-development/District heating is not only a promising low carbon alternative to gas boilers, but it presents a unique opportunity for developers to implement a solution that can adapt alongside changing regulation.Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:23:44 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/paul-steen-joins-as-regional-director-for-scotland-and-north/Paul will join Vattenfall Heat UK on 1st March as Regional Director for Scotland and North of England.Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2021/02/heating-fit-for-the-future-how-to-supply-new-homes-with-a-heat-network/In under four years all new homes in Scotland must have low carbon heating. This means that developers need gas alternatives lined up now to stay on the right side of legislation and to secure planning consent in future.Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:00:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/12/jenny-curtis-joins-vattenfall-heat-uk-as-director-of-commercial-and-development/We are delighted to confirm that Jenny Curtis will be joining the leadership team of Vattenfall Heat UK in the new year as Director of Commercial and Development.Mon, 04 Jan 2021 16:57:06 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/12/mike-reynolds-on-baringa-energy-innovators-podcast/What needs to change in the heat market to drive the agenda forward and accelerate us on the path to net zero? Listen to Mike Reynolds on the latest Baringa Energy Innovators podcast.Mon, 04 Jan 2021 16:31:04 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/12/key-reasons-to-consider-district-heating-for-your-development-or-decarbonisation-plan/Despite the obvious benefits of heat networks delivering efficient, low carbon heat, they remain relatively unknown to developers and consumers, writes Amy Ritchie, External Affairs lead on Heat Networks, The Association for Decentralised Energy.Mon, 04 Jan 2021 16:19:54 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/12/green-finance-institute-launches-financing-zero-carbon-heat-turning-up-the-dial-on-investment/With the opportunity to build-back-better as we emerge from the Covid-19 pandemic, we have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dig deep and embrace the investment opportunity presented by truly zero-carbon buildings across the UK.Mon, 04 Jan 2021 14:32:46 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/06/the-rise-of-renewables-the-fall-of-coal/How the continued decarbonisation of the electrical grid contributes to the UK’s goal of decarbonising heat.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 16:16:59 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/11/connecting-women-in-district-heating-event/Vattenfall is proud to sponsor this inaugural conference focused on women and district heating.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 16:14:54 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/11/reflections-on-district-energy-vanguards-event/Vattenfall was delighted to sponsor the District Energy Vanguards event in Bristol on 19th November.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 16:14:14 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/12/zero-carbon-heat-in-the-west-of-england-by-2030/Burohappold and Zero West ran a fascinating event on Tuesday 26th November, sponsored by Vattenfall, looking at how to decarbonise heat in the West of England region.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 16:13:31 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/12/from-sea-to-sewage-a-cycle-of-heat/Just how realistic is Vattenfall’s vision of becoming 'fossil free within a generation'? Lina Drozd reflects on the realistic possibilities of a carbon neutral future.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:56:15 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/02/maarten-steinebach-joins-heat-uk/We are proud to welcome Maarten Steinebach to Vattenfall Heat UK.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:55:23 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/02/vattenfall-revealed-as-preferred-midlothian-energy-partner/Vattenfall has been selected by Midlothian Council as its energy partner in a 50/50 joint venture set to drive the shift towards low carbon living in the region.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:55:03 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/02/notes-from-amsterdam-on-the-london-infrastructure-advisory-panel/Managing Director Mike Reynolds brings Vattenfall's infrastructure expertise to the new Mayor’s London Infrastructure Advisory Panel.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:54:29 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/02/vattenfall-secures-bronze-award-for-armed-forces-pledge/Following its signing up to the Armed Forces Covenant Vattenfall UK has this week secured a bronze award for its commitment to supporting the armed forces community.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:54:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/02/decarbonising-heating-will-only-succeed-if-we-deliberately-focus-on-location-and-technology/A number of considerations are required to minimise the cost of introducing heat networks and increase their effectiveness.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:53:20 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/putting-the-plan-into-place--minimising-uncertainty-to-deliver-low-carbon-heating/District heating is vital in the drive to decarbonise our building stock.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:52:57 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/complexities-in-solving-decarbonisation---the-role-of-hydrogen/Utilising the existing gas grid network is instinctively a smart idea as a route to decarbonising domestic heating in the UK. Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:52:30 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/celebrating-women-in-engineering/Last Wednesday the 4th of March marked World Engineering Day, and Sunday the 8th March marked International Women's Day.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:52:07 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/bindi-patel-joins-vattenfall-heat-uk/We are delighted to confirm that Bindi Patel will be joining Vattenfall in the summer as Head of Customer Experience.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:50:52 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/heat-uk-turns-two/Vattenfall Heat UK Managing Director Mike Reynolds reflects on highlights from the business of 2019, and predictions for the heat industry in 2020.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:50:29 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/03/budget-2020-supporting-decarbonisation-to-meet-industry-demands/The 2020 Budget announcement brings welcome funding commitments and other announcements on low carbon heat.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:50:00 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/04/vattenfall-and-cory-riverside-energy-partnership-to-offer-low-carbon-heating-for-east-london-homes/Vattenfall Heat UK is excited to be partnering with Cory Riverside Energy to supply local households with low carbon heat.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:49:33 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/05/vattenfall-heat-uk-to-bring-low-carbon-heating-to-london-homes-and-businesses/Vattenfall Heat UK will design, build and operate a new district heating network for Argent Related’s Brent Cross South redevelopment scheme in London.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:48:55 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/06/vattenfall-joins-the-heat-networks-industry-council/The HNIC represents key stakeholders in the heat networks sector working together towards a cleaner, fairer future energy system.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:47:51 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/06/embracing-a-new-normal/Bindi Patel discusses remotely joining the team during lockdown and how customer service can adapt post Covid-19.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:47:17 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/11/vattenfall-heat-uks-response-to-the-prime-ministers-ten-point-plan/Managing Director Mike Reynolds responds to the Prime Minister's Ten Point Plan for a green industrial revolution.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:41:08 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/11/district-heat-divas-the-power-of-women/Vattenfall Heat UK is proud to be the platinum sponsor to the second annual District Heating Divas Conference this year. Conference organiser Rachael Mills of SE2 takes our guest blog spot this month to discuss how Divas came about and has grown.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:32:23 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/06/reflections-on-connecting-women-in-district-heating/In December 2019, Vattenfall sponsored 'Connecting Women in District Heating' - an inaugural event specifically designed to support and enable women working within the district heating and decentralised energy sector.Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:32:10 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/05/the-vattenfall-way-towards-a-fossil-free-future/On the 22nd May 2019, Vattenfall welcomed technical representatives from all over the district heating industry to discuss the opportunities and challenges of engineering solutions that offer decarbonisation of heat.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:51:20 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/06/from-centralised-fossils-to-decentralised-renewables/On 18 June, Vattenfall Heat UK organised a workshop about the feed-in of decentralised heat sources in a 4th generation heat network.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 14:12:09 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/09/waste-heat--not-just-for-the-birds/At the RWM Exhibition next week, Vattenfall will be leading a discussion on how we have been repurposing waste heat and the key lessons learnt throughout Europe.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:42:16 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/11/vattenfall-and-viridor-collaborate-to-harness-low-carbon-heat-for-uk-cities/This collaboration will explore opportunities to provide clean, affordable heat to homes and businesses across the country through new local energy systems, anchored around Viridor’s fleet of energy recovery facilities.Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:21:45 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/11/midlothian-council-and-vattenfall-launch-new-energy-services-company/- A 50/50 joint venture between Vattenfall and Midlothian Council will deliver low carbon energy projects across the area. - The first project to be delivered under the Joint Venture will be a low carbon district heating network supplying the new Shawfair town in the north of the council area, on the outskirts of Edinburgh.   - The Shawfair town district heating network is expected to save over 2,000 tonnes of CO2 per year, the equivalent of taking 1,200 cars off the road. Tue, 17 Nov 2020 16:12:24 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/05/how-do-we-define-the-route-to-net-zero/Sandra Šlihte asks one of the most important questions facing the industry right now. How can we all come together to ensure a better experience for everyone?Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:14:58 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/05/vattenfall-selected-as-preferred-district-heating-infrastructure-partner-for-brent-cross-south/The new district heating network, delivered by Vattenfall’s new UK Energy Solutions business, will serve the 6,700 new homes in the Brent Cross South regeneration scheme using a mix of low carbon plant which will include the UK’s largest installation of heat pumps, setting a new standard for renewable heat in the market.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:10:53 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/03/if-the-culture-is-right-the-rest-follows--notes-from-berlin/This week our team were lucky enough to have some time with the inspiring Ben Ryan, professional sports coach, brilliant speaker, and a generally top bloke.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:04:27 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/03/heat-uk-is-one-year-old/It’s one year since our UK Energy Solutions business was established. Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:58:14 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2018/10/uk-government-district-heating-funding-announcement/Vattenfall welcomes UK Government district heating funding announcement.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:53:48 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/06/sandra-slihte-selected-as-one-of-the-top-50-women-in-engineering/Founded by the Women's Engineering Society in 2016, the WE50 awards are a UK event linked to International Women in Engineering Day, an annual global celebration of women in engineering.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:47:38 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/07/reflections-on-a-year-in-industry-with-heat-uk/After a year’s industrial placement with the team, Vattenfall Heat UK bids a fond farewell to Bristol University industrial placement students Lina Drozd and Hannah Spurgeon. Here, Hannah reflects on the last 12 months working with Vattenfall Heat UK.Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:50:20 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/07/chancellors-summer-statement-at-a-glance/This week Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced green investment measures as part of the summer statement to help kick-start the economy as it begins to recover from the impact of Coronavirus.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:45:53 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2019/11/neighbourhood-warmth/If the United Kingdom is serious about delivering a more sustainable, circular economy, then it would do well to explore the opportunities presented by the burgeoning energy from waste (EfW) market.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 16:18:41 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/07/energy-from-waste-the-scandinavian-approach/The UK is lagging behind much of Europe in harnessing Energy from Waste (EFW) heat, with less than one in five plants making use of waste heat. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 15:54:44 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/08/what-were-looking-for-in-engineering-and-asset-management/Vattenfall Heat UK has been successful in securing multiple opportunities in the past two years and as a result of recent restructure we have now brought together the Development Engineering, Engineering Delivery and Asset Management teams.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 16:07:44 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/09/mike-reynolds-joins-zero-carbon-heating-taskforce/"This important initiative brings together experts from across society to help us reach carbon zero."Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:57:47 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/10/vision-for-brent-cross-town-unveiled/Vattenfall Heat UK will deliver reliable and affordable heating to homes, shops and businesses at one of the UK’s largest developments, Brent Cross Town.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:46:21 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/09/reflections-on-piping-hot-the-future-of-heat-networks-in-scotland/What does the Heat Networks (Scotland) Bill mean for the future of heat networks? PRA Adviser Carol Aitkin reflects on the 2020 Scottish Renewables Low Carbon Heat Conference.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:42:27 Zhttps://heat.vattenfall.co.uk/news-and-insights/2020/11/every-poppy-counts-wind-turbine-transformed-in-remembrance-of-armed-forces/To honour the contribution of every member of the UK’s Armed Forces, a wind turbine has been transformed into a giant poppy.Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:35:06 Z