Vattenfall Business Solutions UK

I’ll be discussing the design and delivery of our new MEL heat network at 12pm on Thursday 15th May at All-Energy. The focus will be on the distribution side of the network and how we are trying to achieve optimal system performance. I look forward to catching up with some of you there. Click the link below to register to attend my talk:

The Brent Cross Town development was ranked recently by The Times as one of the best places to invest in property. Amongst the attractive factors of the development, we were thrilled to see our innovative heat network listed and recognised as key to realising Brent Cross Town's net zero pledge.   Discover more about how we will provide low carbon heating and cooling to Brent Cross Town's 6,700 homes and businesses here: https://lnkd.in/eHdbz3xq

Yesterday, our Director of Scotland, Eoghan Maguire, delivered a keynote speech at Scottish Enterprise’s Clean Heat 2025 event.💡   His presentation covered a range of key topics, from the fundamentals of successful partnerships to an update on the progress of Midlothian Energy Limited (MEL) and the lessons learned along the way. He also explored strategies for unlocking the supply chain to accelerate the development of heat networks.   "Making progress today is essential if we are to stay on track to meet net zero targets."   We are committed to supporting the growth and development of this industry. To share our insights from MEL, we are creating a handbook featuring agreements, specifications, and partnership details for other authorities to access. This is currently in progress, so if you’d like to receive a copy once it’s ready, please register your details using the following link ✏️ : https://lnkd.in/eqhSM2F4

‘𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲, 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻’𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘄𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝘄𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀.’ Stewart Dawson, Managing Director at Vattenfall IDNO, spoke to Renewable Energy Installer about the impact NESO’s Connection Reform Project will have on developers. Stewart’s advice for solar and BESS developers is to engage early, get the best technical advice you can, and prepare thoroughly – and speak to an advisor before you apply for a connection if you’re unsure about anything. Vattenfall IDNO can help solar and BESS developers prepare for connecting to the grid and navigate these reforms 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQ5985cy Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/e3fuGJvQ

Our Director of Scotland, Eoghan Maguire, is speaking at Clean Heat 2025.   Organised by Scottish Enterprise, this event brings together stakeholders from the public, private, and third sectors to explore the opportunities within the clean heat supply chain and drive interest in its growth.   Eoghan will be delivering a keynote address as part of Session 4: "Unlocking the Heat Network Revolution – Investment Opportunities, Partnerships, and Pathways to Success". This panel will delve into the scale of investment required for heat networks, the key players needed for successful project delivery, and the challenges and solutions shaping the industry. Attendees will gain insights into economic benefits, future projects, and how to build a robust supply chain.   📅 Don't miss it. Catch the session from 15:35PM – 16:30PM at Clean Heat 2025.

In preparation for upcoming heat network regulation this year, we held an open training session for buildings connected to the Bristol heat network and any buildings that have a communal heating system in the city, with capability to connect in the future. The session, led by industry leaders Chirpy Heat walked through best practice for strategic and operational management of heat networks, and how to meet regulations and remain compliant. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gnETyxy6

Vattenfall IDNO electrifies the world's first industrial-sized, carbon-neutral laundry - Vattenfall IDNO have energized a new electrical grid connection for a pioneering green laundry plant, Big Blue I, by Oxwash in Swindon. - The Oxwash project is one of several electrification projects that Vattenfall IDNO are working on in collaboration with SmOp Cleantech. - The project delivered a new 11kV point of connection to power the world's first industrial-sized, carbon-neutral laundry. The world’s first carbon-neutral industrial laundry has been connected to the electricity grid by Vattenfall IDNO. Stretching across 20,000 square feet in Swindon, the ‘Big Blue 1’ site operated by Oxwash | B Corp™️ is run entirely on renewable energy and biogas. Operations at the site are environmentally sustainable, including the entire process from packaging used to transport laundered items, to power for their electric vans and e-cargo bikes. Big Blue 1 also uses wet cleaning techniques which drastically reduce water and energy consumption as well as filtering out plastic microfibres, setting them apart from traditional dry cleaners that rely on harmful chemicals like 'Perc', which are banned in several countries. The contestable works, the building of the system needed to connect Big Blue I to the point of connection to the grid, were completed by SmOp Cleantech. Vattenfall IDNO will operate and maintain the assets needed for that connection, such as a 1 MVA 11kV/LV Substation and enclosure (transformer and ancillaries), LV Metering and LV cables. https://lnkd.in/ez6Hcumx

We are proud to share that our team members, Dom Barton, Adam Hammond, Andrew Dodds CMIOSH and Anca Velicu, attended the Mission Renewable National Transition Event (#NTE25). It was an incredible opportunity to engage with a diverse group of service leavers and veterans. Our discussions focused on guiding these talented individuals towards our career pathways, showcasing our commitment to a diverse workforce in the energy sector, and supporting the transition of armed forces personnel into new careers. Discover more here - Mission Renewable

The UK’s ambitious #hydrogen goals promise to transform heavy transport and industry. Suzanna Lashford, Head of Business Development at Vattenfall Networks warns that the road ahead is fraught with grid and economic obstacles that demand urgent attention... Read the full article on The Energyst >> https://lnkd.in/e5miHU-w #Gridconnections #Vattenfall #IDNO

A key regulatory change was made 20 years ago to allow Independent DNO’s, like Vattenfall IDNO, into the market. It has been a significant investment in supporting UK networks, and this is only set to grow. Ofgem should ensure IDNO market support continues, to enable future investments. Read more in the National Infrastructure Commission's recent report on creating capacity for the future 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHD3mGhw