Vattenfall Heat UK and Midlothian Council are working together to deliver the low-carbon heating to which 3,000 homes, education and retail properties at Shawfair Town in the north of the Midlothian Council area.

By March 2024, heat that would otherwise be wasted will be captured by Midlothian Energy from Millerhill recycling and energy recovery centre (RERC), operated by FCC Environment, then transported via a network of underground pipes to provide a low-carbon source of heating and hot water for properties at Shawfair.

Vattenfall’s modelling suggests the heat networks in Midlothian could reduce emissions by up to 90 per cent in comparison to individual gas boilers fitted in every home. Taking away reliance on fossil fuels to heat homes and businesses protects customers from market volatility.

This initial supply of heat will be the catalyst for a wider regional network stretching into south Edinburgh and East Lothian to supply low-carbon heat to over 30,000 households.

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