Liverpool residents, businesses and organisations are being asked to comment on plans for a proposed Heat Network Zone covering parts of the city centre and Knowledge Quarter.
The consultation is open from 17 June to 29 July 2026. Participation is free, and people can respond online, by email or by post. Liverpool City Council also says an online consultation event will be held to explain the proposals and answer questions, although the source notice does not list a date or time for that session.
| Detail | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Event | Online consultation event on Liverpool Heat Network Zone |
| Location | Online, focused on Liverpool city centre and Knowledge Quarter |
| Consultation dates | 17 June to 29 July 2026 |
| Online event time | Not specified in the source notice |
| Cost | Free |
| Who should take part | Residents, businesses and organisations |
City centre heat zone plans now open for comment
The proposed boundary covers parts of Liverpool city centre and the Knowledge Quarter, areas identified for potential low-carbon heat networks. These systems use underground pipes to distribute heat from a central source to multiple buildings, including homes, offices, hospitals and universities.
Liverpool City Council says heat networks are already in use in parts of the city. The current consultation is about where a formal Heat Network Zone could be drawn and how the proposed boundary should be shaped before final decisions are made.
The plans form part of a national programme led by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to identify places where heat networks are expected to offer the lowest-cost, low-carbon heating option.
Online session will explain the proposals
The council notice says an online event will be held during the consultation period to explain the Heat Network Zone proposals and answer questions. The session is aimed at people who want to understand how the plans could affect buildings, organisations and communities within the proposed area.
A confirmed date and start time for the online event were not included in the source notice. People planning to attend should check the council consultation page for the latest participation details.
The consultation materials include maps of the proposed boundary. Hard copies are available at Liverpool Central Library for anyone who wants to review the plans in person before responding.
Why the boundary matters for Liverpool buildings
Heat networks are designed to reduce reliance on traditional heating systems by serving multiple buildings from a shared heat source. The council says the approach can help cut carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency, reduce air pollution and offer protection against volatile energy prices.
For Liverpool city centre and the Knowledge Quarter, the boundary question is central. The final zone would indicate where heat networks are expected to play a stronger role in future low-carbon heating.
Feedback gathered during the consultation will be used to shape the final Heat Network Zone boundary. A consultation statement will then set out how public views influenced the plans.
Cllr Liam Robinson, Leader of Liverpool City Council, said the consultation is part of shaping cleaner heating for the city centre and making sure the proposed zone reflects the needs of residents, businesses and institutions.
How to take part before 29 July
People can respond to the consultation online, by email or by post between 17 June and 29 July 2026. The council has directed members of the public to its consultation page for participation details.
Anyone who wants to review the boundary maps away from a screen can use the hard copies at Liverpool Central Library. The online information session will provide a further chance to hear the proposals explained and ask questions once the council confirms the session details.
Source: Liverpool City Council
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- Confirmed the consultation window runs from 17 June to 29 July 2026.
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- Confirmed the online event is mentioned, but no date or start time is listed in the source...
- Confirmed hard-copy consultation materials are available at Liverpool Central Library.
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- 2026-06-18 09:42
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