Supply Chain Advice Pack: Heat network zoning
Introduction
If you are involved in retrofit delivery, the concept of heat network zoning is driving forward large-scale decarbonisation projects.
Heat network zoning identifies and designates zones where heat networks provide the lowest-cost low carbon heating option. Heat network zoning is part of the strategic approach to decarbonise heat.
The methodology for identifying potential heat network zones is still being developed by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) to ensure a consistent approach across towns and cities.
Heat network zoning will fundamentally transform the development of heat networks in towns and cities across England. By designating zones where heat networks are expected to offer the lowest cost solution for decarbonising heat, local communities will have the tool to accelerate the development of heat networks, ensuring that more homes and business can access greener, cheaper heat.
This is an introduction to this subject and those wishing to pursue this topic further should refer to the relevant material on this topic on the RISE website.
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