Naas District Heating Feasibility Study

About the project

The Naas District Heating Feasibility Study presents a comprehensive evaluation of the potential to develop a district heating network in Naas town. The completed study assessed the technical, financial, and socio-economic feasibility of implementing a district heating system using locally available heat sources. It determined the viability of district heating to meet local heat demand, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and contribute to achieving national and EU climate targets.

The study included a thorough analysis of existing heat demand in Naas and identified suitable renewable and waste heat sources. The findings represent a critical step toward the establishment of a sustainable district heating network that could significantly reduce CO₂ emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and strengthen energy security in the region.

The results of the study demonstrate that district heating is both technically and economically viable in Naas. The preferred heat source—a proposed data centre—has the potential to supply sufficient waste heat to meet the needs of nearby public buildings, commercial premises, and anticipated future residential developments.