UK District Energy Journal

!\"#$%&'(%)'#*+,(-.#/01(+23#4#5&&1,#67#82',&'#901+:#!;<##!\"#$%&'(%)'#*+,(-.#/01(+23# THE VOICE FOR THE UK’S DISTRICT ENERGY SCHEMES HIU Round Table Meeting, April 2018, London. Welcome to the latest 2018 edition of The UK District Energy Journal, the monthly round up of news and useful information for and by ukDEA members. In this edition: Chairman’s Diary, Consultations, BEIS News, Members’ Spotlight, Members’ Product Spotlight , the DE Question Board and much, much more. Copy deadline date for our next 2018 edition: 10th June Email: [email protected] 1

CONTENT INDEXChairmanʼs Foreward ………………………………… Page 3New Member …………………………………………...Pages 4 to 7The ukDEA Library …………………………………… Page 8Get Social …………………………………………........Pages 9 to 11Chairmanʼs Diary………………………………………. Page 12 to 13Updated Consultations …………………………………Page 14Consultations Awaiting Feedback …………………….Page 15Open Consultations……………………………………..Page 16Tenders …………………………………………………..Page 17BEIS News ……………………………………………….Pages 18 to 21The Heat Trust…………………………………………...Page 22Ofgem News……………………………………………..Page 23Networking News including Linesearch ………………Pages 24 to 27Legal Spotlight…………………………………………...Page 28Save The Date …………………………………………..Page 29Membersʼ Spotlight………………………………………Page 30 to 31Membersʼ Product Spotlight…………………………….Pages 32 to 33DE Question Board ……………………………………..Page 34Membersʼ Job Vacancies………………………………Pages 35 to 37Membersʼ News ………………………………………...Pages 38 to 40 2

THE VOICE FOR THE UK’S DISTRICT ENERGY SCHEMESFirstly as you will be aware I was unfortunatelyunwell for a few weeks in late April and into May,hence why this has turned into a Journal covering aperiod of two months. I am pleased to say that I amnow back on my feet and just suffering from theusual fatigue post illness.Ecobuild seems a long time ago now but as it iscovered by the period of this Journal I would justlike to thank again all members who exhibited andattended. I have prepared a comprehensivequestionnaire on both exhibitions and our AGM,which we advised we would circulate after Ecobuild, and that is with Chris for review and thenissue, so hopefully you will all shortly have that to provide feedback to us on how you want tosee the ukDEA takes these events forward. As you know we have put a lot of effort into bothecobuild and the AGM, and we want to make sure that this makes sense for the majority of themembers.Turning now to a couple of big recent issues, firstly a big thanks to those of you of attended ourHIU Round Table at DWF’s offices in London. It was really great to see so many of you attendand participate and a big thanks to DWF for what was a really splendid venue. As members willknow we subsequently circulated a detailed voting questionnaire and that allowed us tounderstand how you felt on a number of issues. Thanks to those members who responded tothat as well. Following this meeting as members will be aware BESA decided to hold an industryevent on the 9th May and Dave Culver attended on my behalf as this took place during the periodI was unwell. Dave reports that generally BESA appear to be going in a direction which willsupport what members were seeking and he is drafting a letter for me to send to BESA which willadvise what our members want to see, and that we felt from the 9th that the direction of travelwas correct but that we will keep monitoring progress to ensure this produces the outcome ourmembers are seeking.The second big issue is the publishing by the CMA of their long awaited report. As per the mailsfrom Chris we have an extension to make our response until the end of the first week in Juneand I am meeting the CMA on the 29th May. Clearly there are some major proposal they areconsidering so I am keen we are fully engaged in this process.That leaves me to finish off with a big welcome to all our new members and look forward tocatching up with many of you at events over the coming weeks and months. ! 3

New MembersWe are pleased to welcome the following new Associate Members to the association.ASSOCIATE MEMBER:QRL Radiator GroupPrincipal Contact: Mike PatchingAll enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from QRL Radiator Group:‘The QRL Radiator Group is proud to make the best-performing heatingradiators in the market. These are produced at the company’s factory inNewport, South Wales, which is the most advanced facility of its kind inEurope. Its unique 3rd generation technology sets the industry standard forengineering, quality and innovation. But for the QRL Radiator Group, itdoesn’t stop there: the company is committed to pushing the boundaries of heating performanceand continuing to invest in the very best products, processes and people. The QRL portfolioincludes Hi-Lo, Barlo and Warmastyle panel radiators, as well as the Design by QRL range andMerriott commercial heating specialists.' www.qrl-radiators.comASSOCIATE MEMBER:Sustinere UKPrincipal Contact: Stephen DormerAll enquiries to: [email protected]!An Introduction Statement from SustinereUK's web site:'Sustinere Solutions Ltd (trading as SustinereUK) is focused on meeting the energy needsof its clients. Sustinere Engineering Services– As a Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Engineering Specialist the company delivers the fullrange of M&E measures, from Low Carbon & Renewable Energy measures through tobathroom/kitchen equipment, and fire protection/alarm systems.Sustinere Capital – Sustinere UK can also provide funding for Low Carbon and Renewable heat& power systems that enable clients to meet their energy requirements with no capital outlay.Utility Brokerage – Through its partner company, Supply Wise, it can broker market leadingenergy deals for businesses and companies.' www.sustinereuk.com 4

ASSOCIATE MEMBER:Reliance Worldwide Corporation (UK) LtdPrincipal Contact: Eric WinterAll enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Reliance Worldwide Corporation (UK) Ltd:'Reliance UK is a division of the Reliance Worldwide Corporation, a global leader in watercontrol systems for the built environment. The company’s products span a wide range ofapplications including thermostatic controls, valves to regulate water flow and pressure, heatingsystems and plumbing solutions. All are equally at home in domestic, commercial and industrialapplications. Reliance is the world’s largest manufacturer of metal push-fit plumbing productsand specialist water control valves. With operations in six locations – Australia, United States,United Kingdom, New Zealand, Europe and Canada – truly a global brand. Since the companywas formed in 1949, Reliance has been at the forefront of the industry.Designing and manufacturing water valves and fittings; registering over 700 IP assets across theworld.Constant innovation has led to a fully comprehensive range, unrivalled anywhere for quality andexcellence. And we continue to set new standards - investing in high-value automation in thecompany’s manufacturing and distribution plants, and conducting quality assurance and research& development from our laboratories. At Reliance, the company won’t stop making innovativeproducts or driving greater efficiency in the market. It will continue to adapt to keep pace withlatest developments - both in building design and in new national and international legislationand standards. It’s our mission to provide water controls for a modern world.' www.rwc.co.ukASSOCIATE MEMBER:Enerza Solutions LtdPrincipal Contact: Shaz Miraz, DirectorAll enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Enerza Solutions Ltd'Enerza Solutions Ltd is an end to end solutions provider for district energy and other systemsfrom:Survey and implementation , complete metering & billing systems .Covering mechanical, electrical, BMS Control with holistic dashboards and a complete site caresystem with integration into other services such as PLC for lifts, lighting, fire, HVAC etc.' www.enerza.com 5

ASSOCIATE MEMBER:Intatec LtdPrincipal Contact: Tony BrownAll enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Intatec Ltd:'Intatec produce the Hiper Heat Interface Unit, but within the group also offers a range a range ofplumbing, heating and renewables products from safety relief valves to expansion vessels, andalso bathroom and showering products which concentrate on safety and water saving. Intatechas been a well-known supplier to the UK Boiler and Cylinder manufacturers for many years, andhas a high profile amongst Plumbing and Heating Merchants for its heating and bathroomproducts with an emphasis on safety and accurate temperature control. Zilmet UK is the UK armof the global Zilmet business empire, and is the owner and support partner for different divisionsthat operate in the UK, in this instance, for the Hiper HIU. Zilmet is Europe's biggestmanufacturer of high quality expansion vessels and plate heat exchangers. In order to maintainits position as a leading supplier in the thermo-hydraulic market, the company focuses on theresearch and development of new products, together with devising original, innovative tailor-made solutions for its customers.During the lifetime of its business, Zilmet has invested wisely in technology. This translates intohighly automated production facilities, which enable the company to consistently deliver thehighest quality possible. The HIU was developed with our European partners uniquely for theUK, and we now export the Hiper to Europe. In the UK, Intatec has a nationwide network foraftersales service and engineers on call to support all our products should the instance warrantit. Technical Dept and Customer Support teams operate out of Hixon, and can support on siteengineers answering any questions that should arise. A full range of spares is available from oursales desk, which can be shipped direct to point of use if requested. As an innovativemanufacturer of products which can help maximise the efficiency of plumbing installations, ZilmetUK is registered \"carbon neutral\" and has also achievedaccreditation in accordance with ISO14001:2004, OHSAS 18001 and ISO9001:2008.' www.intatec.co.ukASSOCIATE MEMBER:Korea Energy Economics institutePrincipal Contact: Ji Hyun Kim, AdministrativeAssistant.All enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Korea Energy Economics Institute:'Founded on September 1, 1986 KEEI sets to develop policies on national energy and naturalresources, and contributes to the national economy by collecting, investigating, analyzing, anddisseminating information, and by educating policymakers on a variety of trends and informationregarding energy and natural resources.' www.keei.re.kr 6

ASSOCIATE MEMBER:Ramboll UK LtdPrincipal Contact:[email protected] enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Ramboll UK Ltd:'Ramboll is a leading engineering, design and consultancy company founded in Denmark in1945. With more than 300 offices in 35 countries, we emphasise local experience combined witha global knowledge-base. Ramboll works across the markets: Buildings, Transport, Environmentand Health, Water, Energy and Management Consulting. Ramboll is regarded as one of the mostexperienced district heating consultants in the world offering a full range of services. Our servicesencompass all stages of planning, design, operation, maintenance and management. Theflexibility of a district heating network allows it to be combined with large power stations, boilerplants using a variety of fuels, waste to energy plants, industrial heat recovery and a range ofrenewable energy sources such as solar thermal, biomass and geothermal. Ramboll has alsoprovided specialist services to the district cooling sector, benefiting from 40 years of experiencewith district energy. Ramboll’s projects include many different cooling solutions ranging fromsnow-based cooling, through ground source cooling to solar heat-based cooling. Our specialistsin district energy, waste-to-energy, combined heat and power, renewable energy and buildinginstallations work closely together to provide optimal use of heating and cooling sources. At atime when security of the supply of sustainable and affordable energy is at the top of the politicalagenda, Ramboll offers an intelligent consultancy, tested by years of hands-on experience, inwhich both private and public sector clients can place their trust.' www.ramboll.co.uk/services-and-sectors/energy/district-energyASSOCIATE MEMBER:Reflex Winkelmann GmbHPrincipal Contact: Tim Williams, Country Manager - UK &Eire.All enquiries to: [email protected] Introduction Statement from Reflex Winkelmann GmbH :Reflex Winkelmann GmbH (part of the Winkelmann Group) is one of the leading manufacturersand solution providers in the building services sector. Reflex Winkelmann develop, manufactureand supply a large range of innovative products and complete solutions for the followingrequirements:- Expansion vessels.- Pressure maintenance for CHW, LTHW & MTHW systems.- Degasing systems & separation technology.- Thermal storage.- System manifolds. www.reflex.de/en 7

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Retweets! Edina Group @EdinaUK Mar 9 Edina has been awarded the contract to supply and install a 2MWe combined heat and power plant at the new Aberdeen Exhibition Centre (#AECC)development. #CHP #naturalgas #gastopower @theADEuk http://www.edina.eu/gas-news/aberdeen-exhibition-centre/ !REHAU Building Solutions @REHAUrenewables Mar 25Dundee-based developer http://bit.ly/dicoveryhomes wassearching for a flexible and easy to install pipework solution toincrease the quality and speed of its off-site constructedproperties, REHAU’s #RAUTITAN was the innovation it hadbeen waiting for. Eneteq Services Ltd @EneteqServices Apr 23 We will work with you and bring solutions and enhancements to your district heating scheme. #decarbonising #districtheating #heatnetworksENGIE UK Places &Communities @ENGIE_Places_UK Apr 18Today we hosted an event in Enfieldwith @KensaHeatPumps, introducing our clients to theUnderground Heat Source Pump we’re fitting as part ofour project and demonstrating how fuel poverty can betackled through renewable heat sources. Durotan @Durotanltd May 20 Durotan were chosen to supply and install the pre- insulated pipe connecting the heating and chilled water plant to the buildings under the canopy. Read more via the link: http://www.durotan.ltd.uk/case-studies/view-case-study/the-o2-millennium-dome !#casestudy #durotanMultipipe Ltd @multipipeltd May 8We are hereat @PlumbStockTrade #Cambridge thismorning. Come and have a bacon roll and see our latest products #MLCP #plumbing #manifold 10

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Chairman’s DiaryWritten by Simon Woodward, ukDEA Chairman and Technical Director Date:6th March to 8th March Ecobuild Subject: Ecobuild With: Members Type of Event: ExhibitonDetails: A very successful third year at Ecobuild with lots of positive feedbackDate: 16th March 2018Subject: Heat network discussionWith: Sally Barrett-Wiliams, Barrister,Energy Law @ Lansdown ChambersType of Event: Phone callDetails: Discussing with Sally quite a negative article that she had released and conveying amore balanced view of where district energy schemes actually area and what we are all trying toachieve Date: 19th March Subject: Member meeting With: BLPType of Event: MeetingDetails: Whilst these member meetings are confidential I would like to remind all members thatthis is available to all members to both discuss ways in which the ukDEA can help members, butalso for us to share and discuss information that we can about issues such as HNIP etc! Oftenwe find that members are simply not aware of many things that are happening and a regularcatch up is a good way to stay up to speed with issues.Date: 28th MarchSubject: BEIS ukDEA Catch UpWith: Emma FloydType of Event: Meeting at BEISDetails: One of my regular catch up meetings withEmma where we discuss key issues. The major onebeing the process that BEIS is undertaking to appoint aDelivery Partner for HNIP and the status of the next round. Since this meeting the ukDEAcirculated further details to members. 12

Date: 12th April Subject: HIU Round Table With: ukDEA Members Type of Event: Round Table MeetingDetails: I would like to give a big thanks to all members who took the time to attend this eventwhich was really appreciated. It provided an opportunity for all members who wanted to input intothese discussions. Further details are provided in the Chairman’s intro to this newsletterDate: 18th April 2018Subject: Article with Land journal for RICSWith: Mike Swain, Editor, Land JournalType of Event: Writing of articleDetails: This is an article on district energy for the RICS. I waspleased that they reached out and asked us to write as it helps to getthe district energy message to a wider audience within RICS. 13

Updated ConsultationsNon-domestic smart metering: policyproposals and draft legal textPublished 31 August 2017 Last updated 27 March 2018 —see all updatesStakeholder views were invited on a package of measures designed to give non-domesticconsumers access to the full benefits of smart meters, while at the same time recognising thediverse nature of these energy users and the need for proportionate regulation. As a result ofthis consultation and responses received we are making changes to the energy supply licenceconditions, Data Communications Company (DCC) licence and Smart Energy Code toimplement the following measures:• energy suppliers to non-domestic premises will be required to use the DCC for theoperation of SMETS2 meters. Most non-domestic energy suppliers will therefore berequired to become DCC Users by 31 August 2018. This requirement will not apply toenergy suppliers who specialise in supplying larger businesses with mostly high-energyconsuming sites, and that have only advanced meters and no SMETS2 meters withintheir portfolio. However, they must become a DCC User if they intend to operate aSMETS2 meter at a later date.• energy suppliers will be allowed to offer SME and larger business consumers (but notmicrobusinesses) with sites in scope of the smart metering mandate, a choice betweenan advanced meter and a smart meter.Read more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/non-domestic-smart-metering-policy-proposals-and-draft-legal-text 14



Open ConsultationsProposals regarding setting standards forsmart appliancesThe Smart Systems and Flexibility Plan, publishedJuly 2017, stated that BEIS would consult onsetting standards for smart appliances, based onthe principles of interoperability, data protection,grid- and cyber-security. This consultation sets outour proposals regarding smart appliance policy.The government considers that smart appliances need to be regulated in order to maximise theopportunities for consumers of demand-side response in homes and businesses, while ensuringany risks associated with smart appliances are managed effectively.BEIS is seeking views from stakeholders on this policy, and specifically on the detail of theseproposed principles.This consultation closes at 11:45pm on 8 June 2018Read more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/proposals-regarding-setting-standards-for-smart-appliances 16

TendersWe have been asked to distribute thefollowing tender opportunity to ourmembers:Tender invited for project in Perthshire,located between Perth and Dundee, toheat several buildings using a smalldistrict heating network and a GSHP,requiring about 230kWth at 45-50OC tosupply about 0.35GWhth pa around c.300m of heat main. The tender for this is to be the maincontractor. Expected contract price to fall into the range of £2-300,000.Any members that are interested or would like more details please contact:Joe FergussonDirectorFarsight GreenTec LtdTradunnockKilkerranMayboleKA19 7SE07711 [email protected] 17

BEIS NewsHeat Networks Investment Project to Launch in the Autumn.The Government’s £320 million Heat Networks Investment Project (HNIP) is set to startreceiving applications in the autumn, following cross-government approval on the design anddelivery of the main scheme. The first year of funding decisions is expected to be made byMarch 2019.Following the successful allocation of £24m to 9 projects in the pilot scheme, this latestdevelopment marks a further step forward in the government’s delivery of the Clean GrowthStrategy.Distributing heat through insulated pipes from a central source to a variety of differentcustomers, heat networks will not only contribute to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions, butcould also result in reduced heating costs for consumers.As outlined in the Clean Growth Strategy, they provide a unique opportunity to exploit largerscale renewable and recoverable heat sources and will play a vital role in the long termdecarbonisation of heating.The government investment for HNIP project was announced in the Spring Budget 2015 and isdesigned to expand the UK heat networks market by offering grants and loans to both publicand private sector companies and organisations in England and Wales, for networks serving twoor more buildings.Following the recent government approval of the scheme, BEIS has now published moredetailed information about the scheme set to launch in autumn, along with several evaluationreports:• HNIP Scheme Overview document - a summary of the main features of the HNIP scheme• Evaluation of the Heat Networks Investment Project: Pilot Process Report• Evaluation of the Heat Networks Delivery Unit• Estimating the cost reduction impact of the HNIP on future heat networks, (Carbon Trust)• Learning from the HNIP PilotFor further information on heat networkssee: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/what-is-a-heat-networkMarch 2018 editions of Energy Trends and Energy Prices published.Energy Trends and Energy Prices publications were published on 29 March 2018 by theDepartment for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. The publications cover new data forthe fourth quarter of 2017 and thus provisional annual data for 2017. This press release focusesmainly on the 2017 annual data.Read more here - https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-energy-statistics-statistical-press-release-march-2018 18

Government delivers on manifesto pledge with £6 billion package tohelp end fuel poverty and drive innovation in energy efficiencyNearly a million more low-income households are set to benefit from innovative energy savingmeasures under new plans outlined today by the Minister for Energy and Clean Growth ClairePerry, as part of the Clean Growth Strategy.A consultation has been launched to focus Energy Company Obligation (ECO), the government’sflagship energy efficiency scheme to tackle fuel poverty and reduce carbon emissions byproviding energy efficiency upgrades and heating measures - entirely on low income households.Currently only 70% of beneficiaries are from low income families. Since the scheme waslaunched in 2013, more than 1 in 16 homes have benefitted from over 2.2 million improvements.This is the latest step in the delivery of the government’s Clean Growth Strategy, aiming to bring2.5 million fuel poor homes up to an Energy Performance Certificate rating of C by 2030, helpingto save energy and bring down bills.Read more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-delivers-on-manifesto-pledge-with-6-billion-package-to-help-end-fuel-poverty-and-drive-innovation-in-energy-efficiencyUK and Saudi Arabia sign memorandum of understanding on cleanenergyAgreement commits both countries to work closely to develop new technologies to reducecarbon emissions.The Business Secretary Greg Clark has signed a Memorandum ofUnderstanding (MoU) on Clean Energy with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Energy, Industry andMineral Resources Khalid A Al-Falih.The MoU, signed at the Cabinet Office on Wednesday (7March), commits the UK and Saudi Arabia to work closer than ever before on developingtechnologies that will reduce harmful carbon emissions while growing their respectiveeconomies.As part of the agreement, the 2 countries will share technical knowledge and expertise on cleanenergy, including smart grids, electric vehicles and Carbon Capture Usage and Storage - atechnique that traps, stores and use carbon emissions as feedstock.Read more here: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-saudi-arabia-sign-memorandum-of-understanding-on-clean-energy 19

USEFUL BEIS GUIDANCE LINKSTotal energy statistics Green Deal schemes. The detailed reporthttps://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/total- presents annual updates on in-depth Greenenergy-section-1-energy-trends Deal statistics and insulation levels. https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/hoUK energy sector indicators usehold-energy-efficiency-national-statisticshttps://www.gov.uk/government/collections/uk-energy-sector-indicators Energy Trends and Prices statistical release: 23 February 2017Household Energy Efficiency National Energy production and consumption statisticsStatistics are provided in total and by fuel, and provideThis series presents statistics on the Energy an analysis of the latest 3 months dataCompany Obligation (ECO) and Green Deal compared to the same period a year earlier.(GD). It incorporates changes as set out in Energy price statistics cover domestic priceresponse to the user consultation of National indices, prices of road fuels and petroleumStatistics on the Green Deal, Energy Company products and comparisons of internationalObligation and Insulation statistics. The road fuel prices.headline releases present monthly updates ofECO measures and quarterly updates of in- https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/systedepth ECO statistics. m/uploads/attachment_data/file/593411/GOV. UK_monthly_trends___prices_announcement.Energy Trends and Prices pdfstatistical release: 23 February2017 Funding for innovative smart energy systemsEnergy production and consumption statisticsare provided in total and by fuel, and provide Government funding for innovation in smartan analysis of the latest 3 months data energy systems and technologiescompared to the same period a year earlier. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/funding-for-Energy price statistics cover domestic price innovative-smart-energy-systemsindices, prices of road fuels and petroleumproducts and comparisons of international Funding for innovative smartroad fuel prices energy systems\"##$%&''((()*+,)-.'*+,/012/1#'-$3+45%'%6%#/2'-$3+45%'4##47\"2/1#854#4'9:3/';<=>??'@AB Government funding for innovation in smart)CD82+1#\"368#0/15%888$0:7/%8411+-17/2/1#)$59 energy systems and technologies https://www.gov.uk/guidance/funding-for- innovative-smart-energy-systemsEnergy Companies Obligation: brokeragehttps://www.gov.uk/guidance/energy-companies-obligation-brokerageRenewable Heat Incentive policy overviewhttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/renewable-heat-incentive-policy-overview 20

CIRCULATION OF BEIS HEAT NETWORK PRESENTATIONS –ECOBUILD 2018The ecobuild 2018 presentation material from BEiS covers:\" Government Support for Design and Innovation.\" Government Support for the Heat Networks Market.\" Government Support to create a sustainable UK Heat Networks Market.\" Heat Networks Metering and Billing.\" Heat Networks Project Development Tips.\" Investing in Heat Networks.\" Heat Networks Financial and Commercial Optimisation.\" Heat Networks Technical Optimisation.The presentations can be downloaded here:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/db4n0nmnkhsrpm6/AACIiBA-6k2id6WKURkP_DNWa?dl=0Note from BEIS:'The quantitative optimisation contained in the Technical Optimisation slides does not considerrisk. The results of the optimisation might be different if risk were to be factored in. Applicants toHNIP will need to consider how they consider risk when optimising a more complex scheme e.g.where some heat customers might not connect to the scheme for one reason or another orwhere there might be maintenance issues affecting operation of the heat source. The TechnicalOptimisation slides could include a further risk managed quantitative assessment overlaid onthem (e.g. to consider performance of heat sources with no maintenance issues and worseperformance taking into account any minimum performance guarantees available from O&Mproviders); this would introduce an aspect of subjectivity depending on the risk appetite of thesponsor.' New round of updates to full directory listings commencing shortly. Remember that fantastic advertising opportunities within the Guide - Read more about the guide and opportunities here 21









Cost to Members ? ! ! !As you will see from the previous page theycurrently have a standard fee of £4,000 to a !member but after some lengthy discussionsthey fully understand that Members may just 9:3 ;<<&%0$=\"²\">?))&%@\"A&B,&)'\"have the one scheme which might berelatively small and just a few hundred metres \"of pipework. \"For example they currently have 0 to 25 km \"as a starter band which is clearly very wide.They are therefore keen to develop a \"bespoke product that we can offer to \"\"members on a “group deal” We think that thishas a lot of merit. !\"!#$%&'&()*+,&-.)&/0$1\"2345!\" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" 6(1&\"7\".-\"8\" ! !Members are clearly free to contact LSBUDdirectly but if you wish us to explore this ! !group deal in more detail then we would need !responses to the following questions: !Questions to Members 893 :;;&%0$<\"²\":%%=(>\"&%?=$)@\"1).AB+\" 1. Would you be interested in exploring participating in a UKDEA LSSBUD \" Group Deal ? – yes or no 793 :;;&%0$<\"²\"C&D,&)\"E&&0,(*F\" \" 2. If so please indicate the approximate length of your networks (trench length) ! \" \" that you would wish to include and ! how many schemes – m or km and no ! \" off 3. Any specific issues you would like us to raise with LSBUD on your behalf ?Download the Full PDF Here ! ! G93 :;;&%0$<\"²\"/'&)\"E&&0,(*F\" ! \" ! !\"!#$%&'&()*+,&-.)&/0$1\"2345!\" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" \" 6(1&\"7\".-\"7\" ! 26

CMA Market UpdateAs many Members will be aware on the 10th May the CMA(Competition and Markets Authority) published their initialfindings from their market investigation study. The goodnews for the sector is that they do not intend to carry out aMarket Investigation Reference as “No representationswere made to the CMA within the specified period to theeffect that a reference under section 131 of the Act shouldbe made in relation to the matters specified in the marketstudy notice”This is good news as this would have meant a much deeper dive by the CMA into the sector withsome potentially serious and unknown consequences which it is likely would damage marketconfidence. However, they did find from their research that that there are concerns with thesector.Based on these concerns and thoughts on how they should address these issues, within theirreport they have identified five preliminary recommendations on which they seek feedback fromstakeholders. These are detailed with an overview of the concerns in the attached InformationNote. They have also asked a further 19 consultation questions which are also detailed.We intend to respond to these recommendations and consultation questions. The currentdeadline is the 30th May and the Chairman has been invited to a session on the 24th May.Unfortunately as Members will be aware he has been off sick for some time and is only nowreturning to work and will be unable to make the meeting on the 24th and has asked for this to berescheduled and for a period of grace to be allowed for the ukDEA’s response. We hope that thiswill be agreed by the CMA.In the meantime can any Members who have views on the Preliminary Recommendations and/orthe Consultation questions please let us have these so that we can take these into account inour response on behalf of the association. General Data Protection RegulationYou may have heard about the new General Data Protection Regulation (\"GDPR\"), thatcomes into effect on 25th May 2018. To help comply with GDPR consent requirements, weneed to confirm that you would like to continue to receive content from us.Obviously being a member of the ukDEA we presume you want to receive emails from theukDEA !....however we need to ask all individuals that should you personally wish tounsubscribe then please email us and let us know.Please only inform us if you wish to unsubscribe – [email protected] 27







Recent projects incorporating Armstrong equipment include the Blackburn Meadows biomass-based district heating scheme in Sheffield, which generates heat and energy from waste wood. The pump solution incorporates six large Armstrong 4300 Series variable speed pumps with built-in inverters, integrated with Armstrong’s IPS 4000 pump controller, which optimises operation of all six pumps to minimise energy consumption. The variable speed pumps incorporate on- board inverters which enable them to respond instantaneously and automatically to changing requirements,adjusting their motor speeds and drawing only the power required to meet the load.As they are Armstrong DE (Design Envelope) models, they also provide energy efficientoperation across a wider operational range than other pumps, providing flexibility to adapt in thefuture without the need for replacement or system over-sizing.The pumps are designed to be an integralcomponent of the pipework, eliminating theneed for inertia bases, springs, flexible pipeconnectors, field grouting and alignment.This provides a tidier, easier-to-accesspump room, whilst the dynamicallybalanced impeller, and the shaft assemblyrotating vertically on the pump centrelineprovide quiet, long lasting operation withminimum vibration. The pumps also featurespace-saving Suction Guides and FloTrexvalves which reduce the requirement forpipework and fittings, and perform multiplefunctions with a single component.The Armstrong Fluid Technology team ishappy to provide advice and guidance onfluid flow solutions for district energyschemes throughout the UK.Armstrong Fluid Technology, Wolverton Street, Manchester M11 2ETTel: +44 (0)8444 145 145Email: sales@armstrongfluidtechnology.comwww.armstrongfluidtechnology.com 31

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DE Question BoardThe ukDEA has now launched the DE Question Board for the benefit of the ukDEAmembership and would welcome your participation.How it works • The ukDEA send out a bi weekly DE Question Board email requesting ukDEA members to send in their questions - these would need to be district energy industry related. • ukDEA members send in their district energy questions to [email protected] • The ukDEA sends the questions out to the membership bi weekly on a no named basis and awaits responses. • The ukDEA will receive the response to each question and send onto the member who asked the question. All questions posed will be done so on an anonymous basis but we will let the person who asked the question know who you are when we pass the responses to them. It will then be up to the person who asked the question as to whether they make contact with any or all or the people who answered. We have received a question from a member who is a developer of schemes, who is keen to understand “what new pipingtechnologies may be available from members which can either cut installation costs or reduce installation time?” If members have any such technologies please supply details to [email protected] 34

Members’ Job VacanciesBusiness Development Manager –Heat Networks and District HeatingData Energy has been in the energyindustry for 25 years. We run andmanage heat networks and energysupplies nationally for some of the best-known developers in the UK. One of thefew organisations to haveISO9001,14001 and 18001 we are ableto deliver the main requirements under the CIBSE CP1 code of practice with confidence. As aexpanding and progressive IIP accredited employer we are looking for an experienced BDMwith experience in the Heat Network Industry to complement our team.Our Head Office is located by Stansted Airport. Many of our clients are London based. Wework primarily for Managing Agent and Developers providing key aspects of the Operation andMaintenance of the modern heat networks, covering all areas from plant maintenance to billgeneration.The Role:Head Office: Bishops Stortford Salary: £60,000 + Commission Hours: 8.30am to 5.00pm JobType: Fulltime, permanentBenefits: • Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus Bank Holidays • Child care voucher scheme • Phone • Car Allowance • Xmas bonus, loyalty bonus • Sickness insurance • Auto enrolment pension • Training and developmentRole Overview and Expectations:As an experienced BDM with a track record in District Heating and Heat Network in theResidential Managed Property sector you will know many of the developers, managing agentsand property managers who are involved with the design and operation of these systems. Youwill be expected to identify opportunity, process it and deliver commercially sound contract forthe company that will deliver long term customer / client satisfaction for the companyKey Aspects:You will need to have an understanding of the following- Managing agents and developers- Good knowledge of heat networks- Experience with plant maintenance- CHP systems- Billing platforms- Sage CRM 35

To Apply:You must be living and authorised to work in the UK to apply for this position.All applications to [email protected] - 01279 810101Data Energy is an Investors in People accredited organisation and therefore actively looks toencourage and develop its staff though investment.Data Energy is also ISO9001, OHSAS18001 and ISO 14001 accredited.SWEP International are looking for a RegionalManagerLocation; Didcot, UKWe are looking for a Regional Manager withresponsibility for marketing of our products and the profitability development of the customers withinassigned territory in EMEA North region.Your tasks and responsibilities • Implement and follow the company’s strategies, values and decisions for the territory • Initiate and improve customer relations via customer interaction, with special emphasis on customer visits to active and potential customers • Marketing of the company for customers. • Coordinate and promote SWEP to customer groups. • Identify leads and market SWEP towards these leads. • Provide customers with technical expertise • Provide Business support • Interact with product and sales-related roles within SWEP • Provide customer feedback and information to the company that contributes to the development of the company • In this position you report to the Regional Director EMEA NorthYour background and skills • A university degree in a technical field (mechanical engineering, energy, thermodynamics) • Proven strong track record from a technical S&M position • 3-5 years of working experience in an S&M environmentThe position requires frequent travels within the territory.For more information about the position you are welcome to contact Dave Gill:Phone +44 (0) 1235 838612 Please send your CV and personal letter in English to no laterthan June 11, 2018. 36

2G Energy Ltd are looking for Sales Managers2G Energy Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of 2G Energy AG, aninternationally leading manufacturer of combined and heat andpower plants (CHP) for the decentralised provision of power andheat. The portfolio includes plants with an electrical output of 20to 2,000 kW. Since it was founded in 1995, 2G hascommissioned more than 5,000 plants worldwide.Location\" The UK Office is based near Runcorn, Cheshire.\" The role can potentially be based anywhere in the UK but must be willing to travel in line withbusiness needs.Duties include\" The ability to sell 2G’s extensive range of CHP engines (20kW to 4.5MW).\" Technical and economic appraisal of CHP schemes from energy data, site visits or technicalbriefs.\" Develop viable solutions in cogeneration (LTHW), tri-generation (e.g. steam) and quad-generation (absorption chiller).\" Managing sales enquiries, preparation and submission of tender responses and negotiatingand concluding to order placement.\" Interfacing with both UK & German 2G office based technical, projects and sales staffDesirable experience\" Candidates with 2-3 years’ experience and above in CHP, or a directly related field will beconsidered, and the role can be tailored for the right client.\" Capability to liaise with high profile clients and consultants alike.\" Preferable previous experience of working with CHP O+M dealerships.\" Ability to understand technical specifications, technical briefs and drawings.\" Experience in the tender process from site visits, client meetings and writing tender responses.Ideal Candidate\" Must be a team player, so will be expected to fit in well with the 2G team.\" Must also be highly self-motivated and be able to work independently.\" Excellent verbal and written communication skills.\" Excellent ability to network with customers, suppliers and industry specialists.Salary and BenefitsCompetitive Salary; 25 days holidays plus Bank Holidays; Company Pension; Packagedepending on experience .Contact details for CV and Covering Letter to Elaine Hutchings – [email protected]: www.2-g.com 37

Members’ NewsSAV hosts energy efficiency talks with isoplus Piping Systems Ltd achieves CHASDanish Energy Minister Accreditation SAV isoplus is proud to announce that it has been Systems’ registered on the CHAS database (The low Contractors Health and Safety Assessment carbon Scheme). Acting as a contractor in the UK, it energy is important to ensure the best conditions and centre in the well-being of its workforce. By achievingEdinburgh recently played host to talks the CHAS registration the company meets thebetween the Danish Minister of Energy, recognized standards of health and safetyUtilities and Climate, Lars Christian Lilleholt, management making its work safer and moreand Danish companies exporting energy efficient.efficient solutions to the UK.The meetingsfollowed the signing of a Memorandum of Read more about CHAS on www.chas.co.ukUnderstanding between Denmark andScotland to collaborate on low carbon heat, Principal Contact: Verner Rosendal,heat networks and energy efficiency in Managing Director.buildings. This agreement will support the [email protected] Government’s aims to reduce CO2 www.isoplus.dkemissions by 80% by 2050, with significantreductions in energy consumption and NODAcarbon emissions by 2032. The future isL ars Christian Lilleholt commented: “The here!Scottish Government is clearly ambitious inthe low carbon energy and climate area. I Imagine buildings that can automatically findam very pleased to sign this new cooperation out which energy sources are available andagreement, which I hope will support optimise their consumption accordingly?Scotland's green conversion with Danish The STORM controller is an innovative districtenergy solutions based on our 40-years of heating and cooling grid management systemexperience.”SAV Systems is a leader in that minimises energy usage, promotesfacilitating low carbon solutions for the UK, renewable sources and optimises theoften adapting and applying technologies operations of district heating and coolingand techniques that have been tried and networks. The STORM controller is part oftested in Denmark. NODA Smart Energy Solutions. Watch theThe company’s Danish partners include video: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urDanfoss, EC Power, Airmaster and n:li:activity:6397849218802872321Kamstrup.The company’s low carbon energycentre in Manor Place, Edinburgh is equipped Principal Contact: Patrick Isacson, CEOwith working versions of its products, [email protected] LoadTracker CHP, Danfoss www.noda.seFlatStation heat interface units and AirMasterSmart Ventilation Units.Principal Contact: Silas Flytkjaer,Product [email protected] 38