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More than 10,000 residents, as well as hospitals and charities, are expected to benefit from Government funding to improve heat networks. The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said £15.6 million would be used to upgrade 94 older and inefficient heat networks across England and Wales.
The work will include replacing leaky pipes, insulating pipework and installing new interface units so residents have greater control over their heating. A further four heat network projects in England will share £25 million to support cleaner and more affordable heating systems.
Energy Consumers Minister Martin McCluskey said heat networks would play an important role in lowering bills and strengthening energy security. The announcement forms part of the Government’s Warm Homes Plan and follows commitments to fund the Green Heat Network Fund and the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme to 2029/30.