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At Vattenfall, we design, build and operate low-carbon, city-scale heat networks by partnering with local authorities and housing developers to support them on their journey to fossil freedom. We work with manufacturers, data centres and recycling plants to capture their waste heat and use this as energy for hot water and heating.

Why heat networks?

If we aren’t relying on fossil fuels, how do we heat our homes?

That’s where heat networks come in.

What are the opportunities for the private sector?

We provide developers with an all-inclusive service to deliver reliable energy solutions to homes and businesses.
 
We work with data centres and waste and recycling plants to capture and re-use their waste heat.

Why should local authorities partner with us?

Vattenfall is an expert in designing, building, operating, and maintaining low-carbon heat network infrastructure.
 
We can help you to reach your net-zero targets.

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How heat networks operate in an urban environment

How do heat networks operate in an urban environment?

Our UK heat networks

Bristol: Castle Park Energy Centre in Bristol

Bristol

Our Bristol heat network currently supplies the equivalent of 6,000 homes with heating and hot water.

The long-term goal is to connect nine heat network areas to improve energy self-sufficiency and future-proof the heat supply in Bristol.

MEL Energy Centre in Midlothian near Edinburgh

Scotland

We are delivering low-carbon heating and hot water across Scotland through our expanding heat networks.

We’re currently working in partnership with Midlothian Council and developing additional projects in Edinburgh and Granton.

CGI image of Brent Cross Town development

London

As an experienced energy partner in London, we are working with local authorities and developers to meet their net zero targets.

The Mayor’s ambitious target is that 460,000 buildings in London must be connected to a heat network by 2030.

Join us on our journey to fossil freedom.

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