Recovered, fossil-free waste heat from the European Spallation Source is set to be integrated into the district heating network in Lund, Sweden, with Alfa Laval supplying heat exchangers made from emission-free steel from SSAB to ensure optimal energy efficiency.
District heating networks, as highlighted by the International Energy Agency, play a crucial role in achieving net zero emissions by 2050. These systems are projected to provide about 20 percent of global space heating needs by 2030, reflecting their growing importance in sustainable energy solutions.
ESS’s connection to the district heating network will contribute fossil-free waste heat to southern Sweden’s district heating system. Alfa Laval’s provision of heat exchangers, including Concept ZeroTM made with SSAB ZeroTM emission-free steel, underscores the commitment to sustainability within the solution.
Julien Gennetier, vice president of the energy division at Alfa Laval, emphasised the collaborative nature of the initiative in driving the energy transition and developing more sustainable cities.
ESS director general Helmut Schober expressed pride in the initiative, aligning with the facility’s mission to address global challenges through research in the material and life sciences.
Sezgin Kadir, CEO of Kraftringen Energi, highlighted the importance of smart local energy sector solutions in minimising energy waste and contributing to the global climate transition.
Carin Kuylenstierna, head of strategy & sustainability at E.ON, noted the solution’s alignment with their globally launched heating and cooling solution, E.ON ectogridTM, and its contribution to waste heat reuse.
Anders Almgren, mayor and chairman of the city executive committee in the City of Lund, emphasised the significance of the initiative in the city’s journey towards climate neutrality by 2030.
Thomas Hörnfeldt, vice president of sustainable business at SSAB, stressed the importance of partnerships like these in meeting climate goals through collaborative efforts across the value chain.
The strategic partnership exemplifies the imperative of utilising existing technologies to advance sustainable and efficient cities globally, marking a significant milestone in this journey.
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