Hebburn Renewable Energy Scheme

Work is now complete on the build of the Paul Younger Centre, Hebburn's Renewable Energy Centre, which will now provide renewable heat to buildings and residents in the town.

The project will provide renewable heat for:

• Hebburn Central
• Durham Court (high rise flats)  

More buildings may be added at a later date.

Originally the project planned to use mine water pumps in its operation. However following drilling work, there is now a focus on using air source heat pumps to generate energy.

The project is expected to provide carbon savings of around 319 tonnes each year, and help towards our goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2030.

It will not necessarily impact on the cost of your energy bills. However, it means that energy is being provided through sustainable and innovative means.

The overall cost of the project is £7.7 million, with the European Regional Development Fund contributing 50% (£3.85 million). The Council are funding the remaining 50%.

If you have any questions about the works:

• email hebburnminewater@southtyneside.gov.uk
• or call the Customer Contact Centre on 0191 427 7000

Provide feedback on immediate issues

If you have any immediate issues and would like to make an informal complaint, please email hebburnminewater@southtyneside.gov.uk or contact the Customer Contact Centre on 0191 427 7000.

The South Tyneside Council project team will respond to your email and check to see if your issue can be resolved immediately.

Making a formal complaint

To make a formal complaint, either:

• Complete the online complaint form
• Visit a Customer Service Centre at South Shields Town Hall or Jarrow Town Hall
• Call the Customer Contact Centre on 0191 427 7000
• Write to South Tyneside Council, Town Hall & Civic Offices, Westoe Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 2RL

Paul Younger Centre Begins Delivering Low Carbon Heat - 22 November 2023

Update on Hebburn Renewable Energy Scheme - 10 October 2022

Network Extension to Boost Carbon Savings - 19 August 2022

Levelling Up Bids to Boost the Borough - 28 July 2022

Ground-breaking Scheme Produces Piece of Mining History - 14 March 2022

Carbon-Cutting Scheme to Enter Next Phase - 23 February 2022

Carbon Savings Boost as Minewater Project Hits Target - 25 October 2021

Green Light for Innovative Energy Scheme - 10 May 2021

Milestone for Minewater Energy Scheme - 28 January 2021

Local People Invited to Learn about Pioneering Scheme - 17 September 2020

Companies to be Established for Cutting-Edge Schemes - 21 May 2020

Town's Mining Legacy To Create Renewable Energy System - 21 April 2020