The future of heat networks

The future of heat networks

16 September 2026 9:30 am - 10:15 am Zero Carbon Energy

The heat network sector is undergoing a major transformation. The Government has ambitious plans to grow the sector as a low carbon form of heating and wants to introduce zoning in England where new and existing buildings within zones will be required to connect to heat networks.

Our expert panel will share their experiences of delivering heat networks, and explore the impact of zoning and of new regulations on real estate and what this will mean for developers, investors and the wider property sector.

Chairperson

Sophie Goddard Sophie Goddard, Director of ESG, Canary Wharf Group

Speakers

Benoit Dufour Benoit Dufour, Senior Development Manager, Related Argent
Christopher Paul Christopher Paul, Partner, Head of Energy and Sustainability, Trowers & Hamlins
Mike Reynolds Mike Reynolds, CEO, Gren Energy
Rob Wall Rob Wall, Assistant Director, Real Estate:UK