Energetics has completed and energised a low-carbon ground source heat network at a residential development in Barnton, near Edinburgh.
The firm, part the Last Mile group of multi-utility infrastructure companies, has installed the network at a Cruden Homes development of luxury properties designed for retirement living.
Energetics installed a ground source heat network that will result in 80% lower carbon emissions than traditional gas-fired heating, and 54% lower emissions than air-source technology.
The network takes its heat from an array of 18 vertical boreholes, with a network of pipes, manifolds and valves distributing ambient heat from the boreholes to heat pump units that provide space and water heating to each home.
According to Energetics, Cruden Homes wanted to move to low carbon heating but was “concerned about the upfront cost”. Therefore the firm supported through providing a finance model to fund the capital cost of the heat network build.
Cruden Homes benefitted from a 60% capital cost saving, while residents enjoy low running costs and a fixed-rate tariff. Last Mile will own, operate and maintain the heat network.
Kirsty Henderson, Head of Design and Sustainabililty, Cruden Homes, said:
“Energetics assigned a dedicated team to coordinate the design and build process to ensure that all electricity, water and heat network services were completed in line with our construction schedules. The team’s professional guidance was invaluable in helping us to meet our sustainability goals.”
Lisa Gunn, Associate Director of Sales, Energetics, said:
“As developers are increasingly searching for alternatives to gas for home heating, the award-winning Barnton development showcases the economic and sustainability benefits of ground source heat networks.
“We look forward to working with Cruden Homes on future developments.”
