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Mine water heat access agreement

Guidance about applying for and obtaining the relevant permits and access agreements for a mine water heat scheme.

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Abandoned coal mines have the potential to provide a source of low carbon geothermal energy through utilising the thermal properties of mine water.

Anyone wanting to access coal mine workings for the purpose of a mine water heating, cooling or storage scheme or research project will require permission from the owner of the coal mine workings.

Coal Authority mine water heat licensing team

Coal Authority
200 Lichfield Lane
Mansfield
Nottinghamshire
NG18 4RG

Published 27 March 2024