ewz is set to expand thermal grids in the city of Zurich
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The city of Zurich aims to reduce its carbon emissions to net zero by 2040. Fossil fuel-powered heating systems generate around 50 per cent of the city’s direct carbon emissions, so the plan to replace them is one of the most pressing and will have some of the biggest impact. With the expansion of thermal grids, ewz intends to build more energy networks in Albisrieden, Altstetten, Aussersihl, City, Enge and Höngg in line with municipal energy plans and supply these with renewable heating and cooling energy. This has the potential to cut carbon emissions by another 52,000 tonnes a year. A credit facility of 573 million Swiss francs provides the financial support required for these long-term projects until 2040.>
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Municipal energy planning>
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Areas for new development>
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Energy sources>
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Referendum proposal>
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Pre-investment in the Höngg Central energy network and CoolCity sub-project
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