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DES - What is a District Energy Scheme?

Tue, 24/04/2012 - 11:09am -- sam

District Energy Schemes are a 21st century shift to sustainable and efficient use of energy in our buildings. A DES links buildings; sharing heating and cooling systems and taking advantage of economies of scales. Heat and cooling share a common piping system (which is hydraulically separated) and energy is generated using renewable fuels.

 See the attached background information including basics on whether you can connect should a DES go ahead.

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