At SSE, we design, deliver, and operate large-scale district heat networks that cut carbon and boost energy resilience.
What are heat networks?
Heat networks offer more than just low-carbon energy. They’re a smarter, cleaner, and more secure way to power communities, today and for generations to come.
By harnessing sustainable heat sources, these networks provide businesses, communities and public sector organisations with a resilient, low-carbon alternative to traditional heating systems, as well as reducing emissions and protecting against energy market volatility.
Heat networks are at the heart of the UK’s net zero strategy. By leveraging multiple low-carbon heat sources, including waste and recoverable heat, we deliver sustainable, flexible solutions that power organisations.
How do heat networks work?
Watch our animation on how heat networks work and how they can reduce carbon emissions and energy costs through removing the reliance on fossil fuels and efficiently deliver low carbon heat.
SSE Heat Networks has been committed to building the UK's Net Zero carbon future for the past 15 years, enabling businesses and communities to receive long-term, low-carbon, good value heating for their properties.
End-to-End Expertise You Can Trust
Design & Develop
We assess your needs and engineer a bespoke solution.
Invest
SSE invests in the infrastructure, reducing your upfront costs.
Deliver
From digging to commissioning, we manage the full build.
Operate & Optimise
Long-term O&M to maximise performance and efficiency.
Why partner with SSE Energy Solutions?
- Proven Expertise: Over 15 years of experience in large-scale heat networks
- Innovation-Led: We invest in the latest tech and best practices
- Policy Influence: Founding member of the Heat Network Industry Council
- Community Commitment: Creating jobs and achieving biodiversity net gain
- Backed by SSE plc: Supported by £24bn in renewable infrastructure investment
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Solutions to help with Decarbonising Heat
Smart infrastructure
Deliver power with flexibility, accessibility, and reliability through advanced communication and control technologies
Enhance
Optimise the balance between demand and supply tailored for your organisation
Smart cities & places
Working in partnership, we can deliver integrated technologies, physical assets and network to optimise the efficiency of city operations for its inhabitants
