Gateshead District Energy - installation of heat and power networks for a district energy centre – Clancy Docwra Description: Installation of heat and power networks for a district energy centre that will deliver 4 megawatts of power to local businesses and housing developments. Challenges: The first of its kind and scale in the North East of England. Latest generation of power generating equipment and design, using the waste heat from engines to provide hot water. Design includes 3km of heating pipes and power cables. 2.4m deep excavations for utilities.Key achievements and innovations: Complete integration between design team and construction team during the whole project execution. Use of piling sheets for shoring deep excavations. Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear Client: Gateshead C

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