Inverness is set to benefit from pioneering green heating technology as part of a major new partnership between SSE Energy Solutions and Scottish Water Horizons.
The Highland capital has been selected as the location for the first project under the collaboration, which will see a low-carbon heat network established in the Longman Drive area.
The innovative system will harness the untapped potential of wastewater by capturing thermal energy that would otherwise be wasted, with a Scottish Water pumping station providing a sustainable heat source for several key buildings. This would include local SSE and Scottish Water offices and facilities, and other private and public sector buildings in the area.
The project builds on the Highlands’ rich tradition of renewable energy innovation, extending the legacy of hydroelectric power into next-generation heating technology.
It is hoped that the project could create local opportunities for supply chains and skills development in the growing heat networks sector, supporting high-value jobs in the green economy. Construction timelines will be announced following detailed design work, with operations expected to begin by 2028.