ABOUT THE PROJECT

The Hebburn Energy Centre, officially named the Paul Younger Energy Centre, is a pioneering district heating facility designed to provide low-carbon heat to key buildings in South Tyneside. As leading architects for energy centres, our approach integrates advanced renewable technologies with efficient urban infrastructure. Hebburn Energy Centre features state-of-the-art 450kW air-source heat pumps, which extract ambient heat from the air to generate low-temperature hot water, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

The facility is a core component of South Tyneside Council’s district heating network, supplying sustainable heat to key community assets, including Durham Court and Hebburn Central Leisure Centre. The infrastructure is designed for scalability, ensuring future connections to additional developments as part of the region’s long-term carbon reduction strategy.

By incorporating low-carbon heating technology, Hebburn Energy Centre is projected to cut carbon emissions by 320 tonnes annually, supporting South Tyneside Council’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2030. This aligns with the UK’s broader decarbonisation targets, emphasising the role of architectural innovation in the transition to clean energy.

Our architectural expertise ensures that energy centres like Hebburn are not only functional but also aesthetically integrated into their urban environment. The facility pays tribute to Professor Paul Younger, a renowned environmental scientist from Hebburn, reflecting a legacy of sustainable innovation. Beyond its technical achievements, the energy centre serves as an educational hub, hosting school visits and community outreach programmes to raise awareness about renewable energy and climate change.

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