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\n Centralized energy distribution, backed by local and global expertise <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Reliable, efficient and low\u2011carbon thermal networks are reshaping the future of campuses and cities. District energy systems (DES) use centralized plants to generate hot water, steam or chilled water and distribute it through underground piping to multiple facilities. By consolidating energy production, DES improve efficiency, reduce emissions and support resiliency and energy affordability for universities, hospitals, airports and utilities as well as municipal and federal districts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 1990, we\u2019ve supported district energy providers and public agencies worldwide. As part of a global, multidisciplinary infrastructure practice, we help clients plan, design and deliver district heating and cooling systems that integrate advanced heat\u2011recovery technologies, modernized central plant infrastructure and optimized network layouts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our services cover the full lifecycle of DES, from infrastructure design, energy master planning, business case development and feasibility studies to construction, operations, maintenance and delivery. We ground our work in technical excellence and global expertise, supporting communities seeking dependable, cost\u2011effective and low\u2011carbon energy at scale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smarter planning for future-ready systems\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Decisions made today shape the performance of systems that may operate for more than 50 years. We partner with clients to assess current conditions and anticipate future demand, mapping all potential pathways for thermal decarbonization and long-term energy security. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our planning services include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n