{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Energy Canvas with Celtic Dynamics","title":"District Heating 101","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2170,"description":"Urban decarbonisation relies on a critical shift from individual building retrofits to centralised infrastructure solutions.We explore how district heating transforms urban energy by centralising heat production and utilising local waste sources, providing a secure and cost-effective alternative to fossil fuel boilers.David Connolly, CEO of HeatGrid Ireland and Chairperson of the Irish District Energy Association, joins us to break down how to scale this technology. David brings deep expertise from his time in Denmark and his leadership in national energy planning projects, helping us understand the practical path forward for Ireland.Things We Spoke AboutDefining district heating systemsHistory of European adoptionEnergy security and stabilityBarriers to Irish implementationFuture of heating systemsGUEST DETAILSDavid Connolly is the CEO of HeatGrid Ireland, a company developing low-carbon district heating networks. He is also the Chairperson of the Irish District Energy Association, which he co-founded in 2017. A former Associate Professor at Aalborg University, he led the Heat Roadmap Europe project and previously served as CEO of Wind Energy Ireland.MORE INFORMATIONAbout The Energy Canvas PodcastThe Energy Canvas is brought to you by Celtic Dynamics, exploring the intersection of engineering innovation, sustainability, and business success in Ireland's evolving energy landscape. Each episode features conversations with industry leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs driving real climate action and decarbonisation solutions.Subscribe and ConnectTo stay updated on the latest episodes and energy sector insights, visit celticdynamics.ie or search \"The Energy Canvas\" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform.Get In TouchHave a question about energy systems, hydrogen technology, or want to suggest a future guest? Contact us at www.celticdynamics.com or connect with Celtic Dynamics on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/celtic-dynamics.This...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/EE1DSzgh7QouiwkZWNnr3IlhW-pODOTZWHht2GpycDI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lNDJl/ZTlhYjcyNTI5Yjkx/NTk4MGRiZTA5OTYx/NTgwZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}