Commercial readiness for heat networks training

Commercial readiness for heat networks is a short course designed to equip local authority officers, housing associations, and public-sector developers in England with essential commercial skills to support heat network delivery.

The course covers the full lifecycle of a heat network project from feasibility and zoning, through delivery models and funding, to long-term operation and governance. 

Training
Wed, 29 Oct 2025 - Wed, 28 Jan 2026 Free London
Heat networks training

Accelerate your journey to Net Zero

Are you a local authority officer, housing association representative, or public-sector developer in England? This short, practical training course is designed to equip you with the commercial skills needed to deliver successful heat network projects. 
 

How this course will benefit you

By the end of the course, you will:

  • Understand the new regulatory environment.
  • Be equipped to act and make informed choices about commercial models, partners, and financing.
  • Recognise the roles and responsibilities of local authorities, developers, and operators across the project lifecycle.
  • Gain insight from real-world case studies and learn lessons for your own projects. 

The course is interactive and engaging, featuring presentations, quizzes, and group discussions. 


Who should attend

This course is designed for:

  • Local authority officers working in energy, housing, planning, and climate teams.
  • Housing associations and building managers managing communally heated estates.
  • The course is specifically designed for public sector organisations operating in England. 

 

Course format and capacity

  • Duration: Half-day course over four hours.
  • Format: Online via Microsoft Teams.
  • Group size: Minimum 10, maximum 20 participants per session to ensure engagement. The course is specifically designed for public sector organisations operating in England.
  • Place are limited - early registration is strongly recommended.

 
Register your interest

Secure you place for one of the upcoming sessions:

Wednesday 29 October 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm GMT
Wednesday 10 December 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm GMTWednesday 28 January 2025, 9:30am-1:30pm GMT

(The same course is offered on all three dates)

                           

Contact us

For more information, email us or call: 
Akos Revesz - akos.revesz@carbontrust.com
+44 (0)20 7170 7000                     
       

About the Carbon Trust

The Carbon Trust is a global climate consultancy driven by the mission to accelerate the move to a decarbonised future. We have been climate pioneers for over 20 years, partnering with businesses, governments and financial institutions to accelerate their route to Net Zero. From strategic planning and target setting to activation and communication - we turn ambition into impact. To date, our 400 experts have helped set over 200 science-based targets and guided over 3,000 organisations and cities across five continents on their route to Net Zero.