New heat network to supply 1,618 residential properties using energy supplied from Veolia’s waste incineration facility in South East London.
Veolia has signed a 25-year contract to provide heat to the properties, located across six apartment blocks in Bermondsey, using energy derived from waste treated at its South East London Combined Heat and Power (SELCHP) facility.
The aim is to save an estimated 1,524 tonnes of CO2 emissions a year compared to natural gas derived heat supplies.
Due to start operating in May 2026, the infrastructure project aims to provide the heat with around a 60% renewable content due to the biogenic component of the waste treated at SELCHP.
Veolia says it will design, construct, and commission the network and be responsible for its operation, maintenance, and lifecycle replacement.
The system will be supplied with hot water from SELCHP, fed into the systems at 75oC, to distribute heat in the connected buildings and meet the thermal demands at each location.
The network will also include an additional facility housing a back-up boiler installation to ensure system resilience.
Commenting on the announcement, John Abraham, Chief Operating Officer, Industrial, Water & Energy UK, Ireland & Nordics, said: “This latest heat network will further advance the progress to reach the important net zero goals that protect the environment and lower climate change.”
“Locally sourced energy, derived from previously untapped resources such as waste, is becoming a true driver of regional growth.”
“This will make a significant difference to the people it serves, delivers increased energy security and resilience, and will help advance sustainability in London.”