HEAT NETWORK EFFICIENCY SCHEME (HNES)
Funding and delivery support to improve existing heat networks.
WHAT IS IT?
The Heat Network Efficiency Scheme is a UK government funding programme designed to improve the performance of existing heat networks. It supports optimisation, upgrades, and improvements to reduce energy waste, cut carbon emissions, and lower operating costs.
WHAT IT MEANS FOR YOU
Many heat networks operate inefficiently, leading to high energy costs, poor performance, and tenant dissatisfaction. HNES provides a route to secure funding to address these issues, but the process is competitive and requires strong technical and financial justification.
HOW TRIBE HELP
We provide end-to-end support across the HNES lifecycle, including:
Opportunity identification and eligibility assessment
Technical and commercial options appraisal
Development of investment-grade business cases
Cashflow modelling and funding strategy
Full application preparation and submission
Coordination with designers, operators, and stakeholders
Support through delivery and compliance
Our approach ensures projects are not just fundable, but viable and aligned with long-term estate strategy.
WHAT IT UNLOCKS
Capital funding for network improvements
Reduced energy consumption and operating costs
Improved system performance and reliability
Lower carbon emissions
Better outcomes for residents and building users
Unlock funding to improve your heat networks performance