UK Heat Pump Projects Receive £32.8M from Government's Green Heat Network Fund
The UK government has awarded £32.8 million from its Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF) to support four major heat pump projects. These initiatives aim to connect thousands of homes and businesses to low-carbon heat networks powered by air- and ground-source heat pumps. Of the funding, £20.2 million will go to three projects in London, while Barnsley will receive £12.6 million for a multi-source heat pump network supporting existing businesses and public sector buildings. This is extremely positive for candidates in the industry looking for HVAC and Building Services jobs throughout the UK.
Here's some more information on what each project will receive:
London Projects: Clapham Park, Brent Cross, and West King Street
In London, Clapham Park, Brent Cross Town, and West King Street projects are set to receive significant government support to decarbonise their heating systems.
- Brent Cross Town will receive £14 million to develop a fully electric energy center, providing low-carbon heat to 6,700 homes and various commercial and leisure spaces. Once complete, Brent Cross Town will host one of Europe’s largest fully electric energy centers, meeting a peak demand of 30MW for heat and 20MW for cooling.
- Clapham Park in South London has been awarded £3.7 million to modernize and decarbonise its district heating network. The project will use 3MW of air-source heat pumps and thermal storage to provide low-carbon heating to 569 existing homes, with plans to expand to 3,347 homes and 16 commercial buildings by early 2025.
- West King Street in Hammersmith & Fulham has secured £2.5 million to install a ground-source heat pump system, providing heating and cooling for a development that includes a Grade II-listed town hall, 204 new homes (50% affordable), event spaces, offices, and a cinema.
Barnsley: A Multi-Source Heat Pump Network
Barnsley will receive £12.6 million to develop a multi-source heat network, led by the district heating company Hemiko. This project aims to connect 20 buildings in the town center with plans for future expansion, eventually providing low-carbon heat to all homes and businesses in Barnsley by 2050. The initial phase will feature a 2.3MW mine-water plant and 6MW of air-source heat pumps. The network is expected to supply 38GWh of heat annually to public and private sector buildings. Construction is set to begin in 2025.
Supporting the UK’s Low-Carbon Future
These projects form part of the UK’s broader strategy to transition to low-carbon heating systems, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and cutting carbon emissions. By investing in these networks, the GHNF is helping pave the way for greener, more energy-efficient communities, positioning the UK as a leader in sustainable heating solutions.
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