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In a significant move towards securing long-term energy supply for households, the cities of Gelsenkirchen, Gladbeck, and Bottrot have joined forces with Con-Energy Consult to develop their heat plans by the beginning of 2026. This collaboration aims to provide residents with a stable and sustainable energy future.
The project, which involves the responsible parties of the three cities, places great emphasis on the interests of residents. Kai Thiemann and Jürgen Harks, project leaders of Gelsenkirchen and Gladbeck respectively, share a common goal of transparency and active resident and actor involvement. The Federal Government has mandated major cities to submit a Municipal Heat Plan by mid-2026, and these cities are among those aiming to comply.
The Municipal Heat Plan, to be spearheaded by Con-Energy Consult, aims to create a future-proof energy system. The consultancy firm will first assess the current situation in the municipalities, determine the potential of the heat plan, develop an implementation strategy, and specify the necessary measures. The plan will outline how different city areas will be heated and how renewable energies and unavoidable waste heat can be utilised effectively.
The completion of the tendering process for the heat plan marks a significant milestone in this project. Dr. Klaus Rammert-Bentlage, project leader of the city of Bottrot, expects synergy effects in the cooperation and aims to keep costs low for taxpayers. The shared cross-city supply networks make a joint approach beneficial for cost savings and accelerating the process.
Con-Energy Consult has been tasked with the strategic planning for the Municipal Heat Plan in Bottrot, Gelsenkirchen, and Gladbeck. However, the name of the project leader responsible for this strategic planning remains undisclosed at this time. The consultancy firm will keep the public informed about all milestones of the project, ensuring transparency and active resident engagement throughout the process.
This collaboration is a testament to the cities' commitment to sustainable energy solutions and resident-centric decision-making. The Municipal Heat Plan is expected to provide residents with guidance for individual energy planning, paving the way for a greener and more secure energy future.
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