HOFOR to Lower District Heating Supply Temperature to 65°C Across Copenhagen

HOFOR is the main heating supplier in Greater Copenhagen.

• Target temperature: Annual average of 65°C
• Coverage: 15 sub-networks across Greater Copenhagen
• Completion date: Full rollout by 2033
• Affected residents: Approximately 670,000 people
• Financial impact: New incentive-based heating tariffs planned

It will lower its district heating temperature in the coming years.

The supply temperature will drop to an average of 65°C.

This change will cover 15 local sub-networks.

The full transition will finish by 2033.

The shift supports green energy and large heat pumps.

Lower temperatures help the system use renewable electricity efficiently.

About 670,000 residents in Copenhagen rely on this network.

District heating keeps most apartments in the city warm.

This transition will influence heating setups in local buildings.

Homeowners and housing cooperatives may need to adjust their heating systems.

Older radiators might need upgrades to keep rooms warm.

HOFOR also plans to introduce new incentive heating tariffs.

Residents who use heat efficiently can save money on bills.