Viking Energy Network Jarrow
Overview
A flagship renewable energy scheme in South Tyneside is now complete and operational.
The UK-first Viking Energy Network at Jarrow will cut annual carbon emissions by 1,035 tonnes.
The multi-million pound network harnesses low grade heat from the River Tyne and exports it to council owned buildings, including:
- Jarrow Focus leisure centre
- Three residential tower blocks
- Jarrow Business Centre
- Jarrow Town Hall
The initiative received the award for Best Climate Action or Decarbonisation Initiative at the 2024 Association of Public Sector Excellence (APSE) Awards.
In October 2024 it also won in the Public Sector Project category at another prestigious national award, the RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) Awards 2024.
It's now been shortlisted as a finalist in the Climate Action Award with Keep Britain Tidy.