As the UK races toward ambitious net zero targets, local authorities face the challenge of transitioning away from natural gas heating while maintaining reliable, affordable energy for communities
Join us for this informative and engaging session where we’ll explore how heat network zoning and deep geothermal energy could support large-scale, low-carbon district heating. The discussion will cover the progression of deep geothermal from concept to feasibility and how this has informed the heat network feasibility study, aiming to maximise the scheme’s potential for decarbonisation.
No prior technical knowledge required – we’ve designed this webinar to be accessible and engaging for all interested parties!
Details
Date: Wednesday 25th June 2025
Time: 10am-11am
Speakers:
Zack Moss
Senior Energy Modeller, City Science
Zack specialises in heat network feasibility assessment and low-carbon technology integration. He led the technical modelling for Durham’s geothermal heat network study, with expertise in techno-economic analysis and heat supply optimisation.
Ellie Grimes
Net Zero Team Leader, Durham County Council
Ellie leads Durham County Council’s net zero initiatives, coordinating the authority’s decarbonisation strategy toward their 2045 target. She has been instrumental in advancing innovative heat solutions and implementing sustainable energy policies across the county.
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What We’ll Cover & Key Insights You’ll Gain
The Durham Success Story: From Concept to Viable Implementation
Discover how our feasibility study, commissioned by the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), has created a blueprint for leveraging deep geothermal resources, including:
- Developing an advanced technical assessment methodology that identified deep geothermal as the optimal heat source
- Developing effective stakeholder engagement strategies that shaped network design
- Supporting strategic alignment with County Durham’s 2045 net zero commitment
- Developing a compelling economic case demonstrating long-term viability
Unlocking Decarbonisation Potential
Explore how integrating deep geothermal technology with strategically zoned heat networks delivers exceptional benefits, including:
- Substantial carbon reductions compared to conventional heating approaches
- Enhanced long-term sustainability and resource efficiency
- Improved energy resilience amid market volatility
- Scalable infrastructure, supporting future expansion
Evidence-Based Approach
Our discussion will be grounded in findings from our heat network feasibility study, which has identified practical implementation pathways aligning with forthcoming national heat zoning regulations.
Who Should Attend?
- Local authority sustainability teams
- Energy and infrastructure planners
- Property developers and large estate managers
- Policy makers and regulators
- Academic researchers in sustainable energy
- Heat network operators and utilities
Don’t Miss This Opportunity
Register today to secure your place and be part of the conversation shaping the future of low-carbon heating infrastructure across the UK.