The Government’s £32m Heat Network Efficiency Scheme

Recent high fuel costs, and longstanding heat network inefficiencies have been to the detriment of heat network customers. However, the Government’s £32m Heat Network Efficiency Scheme (HNES) provides a route to lock in long-term running cost and carbon savings.

Commencing in February 2023, the HNES will provide grant support to existing heat networks or communal heating projects that are operating sub-optimally. The scheme offers two types of grants, with Revenue Grants providing 100% of the funding towards procurement or mobilisation of Optimisation Studies, and Capital Grants providing up to 50% of the delivery costs of intervention or improvement measures. The Scheme opens to applicants in February 2023, with funding rounds taking place bi-monthly, through to March 2024. The HNES is expected to be a highly competitive scheme, with a detailed application process.

At Hodkinson, our extensive heat network knowledge and expertise allow us to offer support with funding applications, optimisation studies, and ongoing management of successful capital grant funding. Please get in touch for further details of how we can assist your application, maximise your chances of funding, and improve your heat network efficiency.