Subterra has a record-breaking +50M sq.ft. of district energy systems currently under feasibility evaluation in the US and Canada.
District energy systems (also know as Thermal Energy Networks or TENs), distribute thermal energy from a central source to multiple buildings within a specific area. These systems generally include a central heating and cooling facility and a network of pipes (such as an ambient loop) connecting various buildings that share thermal energy. The impact of district energy systems is vast and gaining the traction it deserves in North America. Centralizing thermal energy production enhances a system’s robustness and efficiency, as it integrates multiple energy suppliers and reduces costs through shared resources. Additional buildings only strengthen the system, and can be added to the district system without disruption or drilling required. This approach allows for the addition of advanced features, such as recovery of waste heat. From industrial processes like refrigeration and drying, to community centers like ice rinks and pool heaters, district systems bring many use-cases together to deliver a sustainable thermal energy solution that heats and cools entire communities.
