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Reusing waste heat, The British Library’s solar project and India’s stepwells

The Urbanist

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Harnessing Waste Heat for Sustainability

This chapter explores the potential of waste heat as an untapped energy resource in Europe and the UK, detailing its importance in reducing energy costs and carbon emissions. It highlights advancements in energy networks, particularly district heating systems, and features a case study on a pioneering project in Bankside that exemplifies sustainable practices. The discussion also compares the UK's efforts with those of Denmark in expanding heat networks and showcases innovative solar projects aimed at enhancing energy efficiency and heritage conservation.

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