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From vision to practical action: Implementing District Heating today
As Europe faces rising energy costs, geopolitical uncertainty, and climate commitments, the question is no longer whether district heating should be expanded – but how. This edition of Hot Cool cuts through the abstract discussions and dives into five practical, bold, and timely contributions that show the way forward.
From megaprojects to local cooperatives and from policy roadmaps to digital integration, the articles featured in this Hot Cool edition present concrete recommendations that can help decision-makers and practitioners move faster and smarter. District heating is more than a climate solution – it is a strategy for competitiveness, energy security, and urban resilience.
Let’s explore how to turn ambition into implementation.
District Heating: Europe’s way to security and competitiveness
As global tensions and supply chain disruptions challenge Europe’s energy model, this article lays out why and how district heating can become a central pillar of Europe’s response. It’s a strategic tool for energy independence and industrial competitiveness – if we act now.
Read how district heating can shift Europe’s energy future – cutting costs, boosting security, and regaining industrial edge in this article by Think Tank Brundtland.
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Seawater heat pump: First operational experience from a megaproject in Esbjerg, DK
What does innovation look like in practice? This article shares first-hand insights from the groundbreaking 70 MW seawater heat pump in Esbjerg. Early operational experiences – including a few unexpected lessons – offer inspiration and guidance for future large-scale green heat projects.
Learn what it takes to deliver a first-of-its-kind 70 MW seawater heat pump – and what others can gain from Esbjerg’s bold leap in this article by Added Values, DIN Forsyning, and MAN Energy Solutions, the three project partners.
See how they did it »
Low-Temperature District Heating: How to reduce the temperature in existing networks
A roadmap for modernizing existing infrastructure: With clear, step-by-step recommendations, this article outlines how to make the transition to low-temperature systems – maximizing efficiency and integrating renewable sources while managing health and performance risks.
Discover a practical roadmap for reducing temperatures in existing systems and unlocking greater efficiency and integration of renewables in this in-depth article by Ramboll.
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The role of energy cooperatives in financing Europe’s green transition
Community-based financing is more than a feel-good story. It’s a powerful enabler of inclusive, scalable, and legitimate energy solutions. Learn how local ownership models like Belgium’s Energent cooperative are unlocking investment in sustainable heating in this article, which is part of the international WaterWarmth project.
Learn what they did »
Intelligent heat networks: The cornerstone of resilient and sustainable urban energy
Digitalization is no longer optional. This article shows how intelligent heat networks form the backbone of tomorrow’s smart cities – boosting efficiency, resilience, and transparency across urban energy systems. Find out how digital technologies are transforming heat networks into intelligent systems for smarter, cleaner cities in this article by Grundfos.
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We hope these insights spark new ideas, collaborations, and actions. The tools are here – now it’s time to implement.
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