Aurubis Begins Supplying Industrial Heat to Hamburg’s District Heating Network

The copper producer’s surplus heat will provide energy for up to 20,000 homes, advancing Hamburg's transition to coal-free heating by 2030.

Aurubis, a leading copper producer, has started supplying industrial waste heat to Hamburg's district heating network, marking a significant step toward sustainable energy use.
The project aims to supply enough heat to serve up to 20,000 households, leveraging surplus heat generated during the copper production process.
Hamburg is targeting a complete phase-out of coal in district heating by 2030, with this initiative forming part of the broader Energy Park Tiefstack transition plan.
A new pressure heat storage facility in Hamburg-Veddel, capable of holding water at up to 110 degrees Celsius, will store and distribute the heat as needed through the city's 860-kilometer heating network.
The project, supported by federal and local funding, is being hailed by Hamburg's leadership as a critical milestone in reducing emissions and achieving climate goals.