Tony Poole – Head of CES Sales
E.ON UK Energy Infrastructure Services

E.ON have been long-standing supporters and were one of the original members of the UKDEA.

We continue to be fully engaged in the work delivered by the UKDEA and as the sector moves through a critical phase we have been very supportive of the Chairman’s lobbying on key policy measures and work in raising awareness across the industry.

The forums of engagement led by the UKDEA are always very well represented amongst all members and such collaboration provides a strong industry voice with the collective goal of improving standards across the sector.

District energy will play a pivotal role in the UK’s ambition to reach Net Zero by 2050 and as such organisation like the UKDEA are essential in developing best practice, and enhancing the reputation of the industry with the aim of promoting the benefits district energy schemes can bring.

E.ON looks forward to its continued association with the UKDEA.

Silas Flytkjaer – Head of Strategic Business Development
SAV

SAV has been a long-standing member of the UKDEA and there is no doubt the value delivered has far exceeded the cost of membership. Whether facilitating networking and industry get-togethers or engaging directly with top civil servants shaping the framework of the sector, the UKDEA is punching above its weight.

Lars Fabricius – Managing Director
SAV UK Ltd

We are members of the UKDEA, and we are very pleased with their concrete communication and professionalism.

Carrie Davies – Senior Associate
Bevan Brittan LLP

We have been a member of UKDEA for a number of years and highly recommend it to organisations in the heat network industry. The UKDEA is a very well  run, active organisation which provides regular industry updates, opportunities to contribute to regulatory consultations and access to a very informative  monthly Journal. It also facilitates interaction with other members at events, through publications and training.

Denis O’Connell – Managing Director
Proven Project Construction

The primary thing for us as a business is the excellent and regular communication about relevant District Energy matters. We receive regular updates pertaining to our industry in the form of email or the monthly journey which provides comprehensive information about the District Energy market, updates on DESNZ activity, spotlights on member companies, and details of relevant national news. In addition to this we have access to a range of publications & documents from the UKDEA document library which we find to be very informative.

Other benefits include the regular Webinars which we are interested in from a technical perspective, particularly those that discuss new technologies.

We know that the UKDEA is influential in driving policy, and we are thankful for that as a business.

We have had previous interaction with the Chairman who has been very helpful.

We as a business hold the UKDEA in high regard and we believe the membership fees are excellent value for money.

I am happy to discuss the benefits with anybody who is interested.

Luke Chambers – Commercial Director
Sycous

Since Sycous joined the UKDEA in 2016, we’ve been consistently impressed by the exceptional insight, knowledge, and market exposure provided by the UKDEA team. This support has been instrumental in our growth as a leading metering and billing provider.

With the introduction of Ofgem regulation and the new HNTAS requirements, the UKDEA has been invaluable in helping members navigate a rapidly changing landscape. Their guidance not only supports members in meeting higher regulatory standards, but also ensures the voices, ideas, and practical challenges of the organisations they represent are clearly heard. It’s this combination of leadership and advocacy that makes the UKDEA such a vital force for the future of our industry.

Ken Kneale – Business Unit Director, UK & Ireland
Solid Energy

As manufacturers of heat pumps for Danish district heating, we have found membership of the UKDEA to be invaluable. The monthly journal is full of very useful features and we now have a better understanding of the UK district heating sector. The webinars are an ideal platform for new innovative technologies and the membership fee is excellent value.

Jason Horner – Director
Hilson Moran

Since joining the UK District Energy Association in 2017 we have found a membership to be very useful to our business. Attendance at the knowledge forums help us to constantly  improve our understanding of the subjects and contribute to the debate. It also allows us to meet regularly with other parts of the supply chain so when developing concepts, specifications and economic appraisals we are able to seek advice and latest thinking from contractors and operators. We very much enjoy the ability to share and gain  knowledge and debate around the real issues with experts in the planning and design of low and zero- carbon heat systems – recent examples being the conference on the ‘Practical application of Heat Pumps within District Energy  Networks’ at which we presented our research paper on the subject, and present via a lively discussion, the merits or otherwise of 4th generation heat networks versus ambient loops. Overall our membership has been beneficial in keeping in touch with latest trends in the industry but also the ability to share knowledge and exchange ideas”.

Tazeen Shaikh – Marketing Co-Ordinator
IWTM

The UKDEA continues to be an invaluable resource for us. Membership has given us regular opportunities to connect with industry partners and key decision-makers, helping us showcase our solutions and build meaningful relationships. The insights, events, and networking provided by UKDEA have directly supported our business growth and strengthened our presence in the district energy sector.

Maria Kalli – Director, Sales and Marketing
Vexve

For a manufacturer, the UKDEA provides great opportunities to showcase new products at events and member journals.

All in all, I can say, seeing tens of similar organizations in different countries, that UKDEA is the most active local DH organization that I know. And I say this in a positive sense. Very active contact keeping with members, lots of well-organized events, consulting with members, sharing knowledge, and for a manufacturer endless opportunities to inform about products, references, case studies, etc. I also feel that your energy utilities have learned to lean on you when they need support with some topic or project – you will share the question with all members and those with knowledge can provide their solution for the topic. Keep up the good work!

Craig Freitas – Head of Commercial
Network Plus

Network Plus is proud to be a member of the UK District Energy Association. As a national integrated delivery partner, currently with over 6,500 employees, 95+ depots across England & Wales, and a strategic growth target of £1.5bn turnover, we are committed to supporting high-quality, large-scale delivery across the district energy and heat networks sector.

Our engagement with the UKDEA has provided valuable industry insight, access to technical and policy developments, and opportunities to contribute to the broader heat networks ecosystem. We recognise the UKDEA as a critical forum for information exchange, advocacy, and collaboration across the full heat network value chain, from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning, and long-term network operation and support.

Through UKDEA’s member networks, events, and publications, we have enhanced our understanding of sector trends, deepened relationships with key stakeholders, and aligned our delivery capability with evolving industry standards and best practice. We remain committed to active participation in UKDEA activities and look forward to continued collaboration with fellow members to advance the deployment of resilient, low-carbon district energy infrastructure across the UK.

Network Plus values UKDEA’s role in convening the sector and facilitating connections that enable more effective delivery of heat network solutions, particularly as the market evolves with zoning and Area-Wide Planning initiatives.

Nicolas Sommer – Chief Commercial Officer
Urbio

As a provider of innovative district heating planning software, it made complete sense for Urbio to join the UKDEA upon entering the UK market to benefit from their depth of industry knowledge and extensive network. We look forward to engaging with the UKDEA and its members to accelerate the deployment and decarbonisation of district heating in the UK.

Anonymous UKDEA Member who specialises in Contracting

As a company trying to grow into the Heat Networks sector, UKDEA membership has been invaluable to us over the past year or so, in various ways:

  • Their events have provided very valuable intel, insights and networking opportunities
  • Their publications have allowed us to keep tabs on what’s happening in the industry in real-time, and
  • Their rapid and well-informed responses to any queries we’ve had have allowed us to very quickly and efficiently access the right information, including, where appropriate and permitted, introductions to other members.

We’d highly recommend membership to anyone who’s seeking to develop or grow in the Heat Networks space.