HeatNIC at UKREiiF 2026
Powering Communities. Building UK Energy Resilience.
HeatNIC brings together the UK’s leading heat network developers, investors and operators.
At UKREiiF, from 19th – 21st May, we’re showcasing the role of heat networks as essential infrastructure: delivering affordable, reliable heat to communities, drawing on homegrown energy sources and unlocking regeneration across the UK’s towns and cities.
Scaling local energy solutions
Heat networks are a £60-80bn opportunity for the UK, with the potential to create over 100,000 good jobs by 2050. By unlocking private capital, we can scale these local energy solutions, protecting consumers, strengthening energy security, and supporting place-based growth.
Why heat networks matter
Securing homegrown energy
Harnessing local heat sources to protect consumers from exposure to volatile global gas markets.
Affordable, low carbon heat
Regulated infrastructure providing customers with reliable heat, underpinned by strong consumer protections.
Unlocking growth with private capital
Long-life infrastructure that powers regeneration and private investment into UK cities and communities.
Creating good jobs
Creating new roles and supporting a just transition into high‑quality, long‑term employment.
Explore what’s happening on the ground (and under it)
Across the UK, HeatNIC members are delivering heat network projects with real local impact to customers, communities and towns and cities:
Newcastle Helix Heat Network – Bring Energy
Bring Energy is expanding the Newcastle Helix heat…
Midlothian Energy Limited (MEL): local energy, locally generated and delivered to local people
MEL is a joint partnership between Midlothian Council…
Vital Energi helping to transform Lancaster West into a carbon-neutral neighbourhood
Vital Energi has been awarded the design and…
Engage with HeatNIC members at UKREiiF
HeatNIC members will be taking part across the UKREiiF programme – through speaking opportunities, receptions and networking events – sharing first‑hand experience of delivering heat networks.
Look out for our members in sessions including:
Tuesday 19th May
HeatNIC Connect: Welcome to UKREiiF
7-11pm, All Bar One Greek Street Leeds
Designed for senior decision-makers shaping energy, development and infrastructure programmes, join us as we kick-off UKREiiF. Register to attend here.
Wednesday 20th May
Bristol City Leap: a practical model for long-term growth and investment
2:15 – 3pm, West of England Combined Authority Pavilion
Vattenfall join colleagues from Bristol City Leap to present how public and private collaboration is delivering infrastructure at scale in Bristol, including the innovative Bristol heat network.
Heat Networking with Hemiko: Unlocking Urban Heat
3pm, Stand B10, New Dock Hall Exhibition
Join the Hemiko team for drinks and informal networking. Meet us to discuss upcoming projects and how city-scale heat networks can unlock low-carbon heat from wasted energy sources. This event is invite-only. To register your interest, contact: julie.derbyshire@hemiko.com.
HeatNIC Reception: Powering Communities. Building UK Energy Resilience
7 – 11pm, Palm Court, Queens Hotel
An evening reception bringing together senior partners to explore the future of homegrown, low-cost heat. Register to attend here.
About HeatNIC
HeatNIC represents the UK’s leading heat network developers, investors and operators. Together, we are delivering the infrastructure that will decarbonise towns and cities, unlock billions in private capital, and create long-term local jobs.