### The energy transition and the fight against climate change require us to rethink our methods of energy production and distribution. Communities and industries are seeking local, sustainable, and economical solutions to meet their energy needs. Veolia, with its expertise in resource management and its commitment to decarbonization and the circular economy, is ideally positioned to meet these challenges. Veolia, with its expertise in resource management and its commitment to decarbonization and the circular economy, is ideally positioned to meet these challenges. Our integrated approach combines the optimization of existing infrastructure, the valorization of local resources, and the deployment of innovative technologies. We design and implement tailor-made solutions that ensure supply security, reduce carbon footprint, and control costs, all while adapting to the specificities of each territory. ## Our solutions for local energy ### We support municipalities and industrial companies in the local energy production and distribution. Discover our solutions. ![Urban heating networks](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/03/reseaux-chaleur-1084x610_0.jpg.webp?itok=Xb0G2W2G) Heating and cooling networks for the territories ### Heating and cooling networks for the territories [ ![Cogeneration: Poznan thermal power station](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/06/Poznan-centrale-thermique-veolia-header-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=gyBR1mqI) ](/en/solutions/cogeneration-and-environmental-performance)[Cogeneration and environmental performance](/en/solutions/cogeneration-and-environmental-performance) ### [Cogeneration and environmental performance](/en/solutions/cogeneration-and-environmental-performance) [ ![Recovery of sewage sludge, Budapest wastewater treatment center in Hungary](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/06/Budapest-traitement-eaux-usees-veolia-header-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=oMYXAWEy) ](/en/solutions/recovering-sewage-sludge)[Recovering sewage sludge into green energy](/en/solutions/recovering-sewage-sludge) ### [Recovering sewage sludge into green energy](/en/solutions/recovering-sewage-sludge) [ ![Renewable energy: the biomass](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2023/03/Valorisation-biomasse-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=95mmyRpD) ](/en/solutions/biomass-valorization)[Biomass valorization](/en/solutions/biomass-valorization) ### [Biomass valorization](/en/solutions/biomass-valorization) [ ![incinerator at the Newhaven site](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/Newhaven-incinerateur-veolia-header-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=SEl_v7wa) ](/en/solutions/converting-household-waste-energy)[Converting household waste into energy](/en/solutions/converting-household-waste-energy) ### [Converting household waste into energy](/en/solutions/converting-household-waste-energy) [ ![renewable energy biogas waste landfill](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2023/03/Biogaz-energie-renouvelable-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=3bk2n0R-) ](/en/solutions/biogas-renewable-energy-landfilled-waste)[Biogas: renewable energy from landfilled waste](/en/solutions/biogas-renewable-energy-landfilled-waste) ### [Biogas: renewable energy from landfilled waste](/en/solutions/biogas-renewable-energy-landfilled-waste) [ ![Energy: Solid recovered fuel](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/Ecocycle_Yeoju-combustibles-solides-veolia-header-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=ifzCfaA3) ](/en/solutions/producing-and-recovering-energy-solid-recovered-fuels)[Producing and recovering energy from solid recovered fuels](/en/solutions/producing-and-recovering-energy-solid-recovered-fuels) ### [Producing and recovering energy from solid recovered fuels](/en/solutions/producing-and-recovering-energy-solid-recovered-fuels) [ ![Site d'incinération de déchets dangereux à Ellesmere Port, Royaume Uni](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2026/03/ellesmere-port-microgrids-solution-resilience-veolia-header-903x508.jpg.webp?itok=NnUPefPS) ](/en/solutions/microgrids-solution-energy-resilience)[Microgrids: The solution to energy resilience](/en/solutions/microgrids-solution-energy-resilience) ### [Microgrids: The solution to energy resilience](/en/solutions/microgrids-solution-energy-resilience) ## The Veolia difference - You comply with environmental regulations - You secure your energy supply - You reduce your environmental footprint - You decrease your energy costs - You diversify your energy mix and reduce your dependence on fossil fuels - You reduce waste volumes ![Production and distribution of local energy](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/01/production-distribution-energie-locale-604.jpg.webp?h=3a0113fd&itok=YlaiCW8H) ## Learn more about local energy ### Our solutions for local energy production and distribution: ### [Heating and cooling networks for the territories](/en/solutions/district-heating-cooling-networks "District heating and cooling networks") Veolia develops and operates innovative **district heating and cooling networks** to meet today's energy and climate challenges. Our solutions use decarbonated, local and affordable energies, adapted to the growing needs of cities and industries. By harnessing local resources such as [biomass](/en/solutions/biomass-valorization "Biomass valorization"), geothermal energy and [waste heat](/en/media/planetlive/waste-heat-recovery "Waste heat recovery"), we significantly reduce CO2 emissions while ensuring optimum energy performance. Our 5th generation networks, like the one in Paris-Saclay, even enable buildings to be both energy producers and consumers, offering unprecedented flexibility. ![Neighborhood with red and blue pipes drawn indicating the urban heat network](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/02/reseaux-chaleur-froid-public-448.jpg.webp?itok=Q3VbiEB-) ### [Cogeneration and environmental performance](/en/solutions/cogeneration-and-environmental-performance "Cogeneration and environmental performance") Veolia designs, builds and operates **innovative cogeneration infrastructures**, providing an effective solution to meet the energy challenges of territories. Our production units combine energy efficiency, supply security and reduction of CO2 emissions. By simultaneously producing heat and electricity, our facilities achieve higher performance than conventional systems, generating significant energy savings. Tailored to the specific needs of each client, our turnkey solutions ensure **optimal energy performance** for **municipalities**, **industries** and **public institutions.** ![Cogeneration and Environmental Performance](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2025/01/cogeneration-performance-environnementale.jpg.webp?itok=WA_yA-Kc) ### [Recovering sewage sludge into green energy](/en/solutions/recovering-sewage-sludge "Recovering sewage sludge into green energy") **The transformation of sewage sludge into green energy makes a significant contribution to the ecological tranformation.** Thanks to our anaerobic digestion technology, we produce **biogas**, which we can then purify **to obtain 99.5% pure biomethane**, directly injectable into the public distribution network. This innovative solution offers **communities and industries a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels**, while promoting their **energy independence.** Fully automated and resource-efficient, our approach adapts to all types of organic sludge. ### [Recovering energy from biomass](/en/solutions/biomass-valorization "Biomass valorization") **Veolia is committed to the complete recovery of biomass, from collection to transformation into energy or materials.** Our expertise covers four types of biomass: forestry, agriculture, food processing and wood processing. We offer innovative solutions for **producing renewable energy**, thereby contributing to **the energy transition** and **the preservation of resources.** With over **500 references worldwide**, we help manufacturers and local authorities r**educe their dependence on fossil fuels and secure their energy supplies.** ### [Converting household waste into energy](/en/solutions/converting-household-waste-energy "Converting household waste into energy") At Veolia, we **transform household waste into green energy to reduce the use of fossil fuels and promote the circular economy.** Thanks to our waste-to-energy plants, we **produce heat for district heating networks and electricity to supply homes or the public grid**. Faced with increasingly stringent regulations, our sustainable approach to waste-to-energy is a key solution. With over 60 units worldwide, we help municipalities to treat waste responsibly. ### [Biogas: renewable energy from landfill waste](/en/solutions/biogas-renewable-energy-landfilled-waste "Biogas: renewable energy from landfilled waste") **Veolia converts biogas from its landfills into renewable energy**, helping to r**educe the climatic impact of methane**, a more potent greenhouse gas than CO2. Thanks to high-performance collection and pre-treatment systems, we recover more than **14 million tonnes of landfill waste every year**, producing **1.2 million MWh of electricity**. Our approach includes **site design**, **construction**, **operation** and **post-operations,** guaranteeing efficient and sustainable biogas management. ### [Producing and recovering energy from solid recovered fuels](/en/solutions/producing-and-recovering-energy-solid-recovered-fuels "Producing and recovering energy from solid recovered fuels") Veolia develops innovative solutions for transforming non-recyclable waste into **Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF)**, offering a sustainable alternative to landfill and reducing the use of fossil fuels. Our SRF preparation and incineration units **convert waste into heat and electricity**, meeting the growing demand from industrial companies across Europe. By integrating these processes on sorting sites, we help to create jobs while supporting the energy transition to greener sources. ![Preparation of solid recovery fuels by technicians (Yeoju Site)](/sites/g/files/dvc4206/files/styles/media/public/image/2022/07/Ecocycle_Yeoju-centre-de-tri-veolia-779.jpg.webp?h=d926adbc&itok=7CfjjJ_a) ### [Microgrids: The solution to energy resilience](/en/solutions/microgrids-solution-energy-resilience "Microgrids: The solution to energy resilience") The **microgrid** solutions that we offer enable energy to be **produced**, **stored** and **distributed** **in a resilient and sustainable way.** These smart microgrids help cities, industries and service sectors **to secure their energy supply, save money and reduce their environmental footprint.** Using mainly renewable energies, our microgrids operate independently or as a complement to the main grids, ensuring continuity of essential services in the face of climatic hazards and other threats. ## Explore our other solutions dedicated to energy management - ### [Electric flexibility with Flexcity](/en/energy/electrical-flexibility-ensure-network-reliability "Electrical Flexibility to ensure network reliability") - ### [Energy performance of buildings and industries](/en/energy/energy-performance-buildings-industries "Energy performance of buildings and industries") - ### [Cross-functional solutions](/en/energy/cross-functional-solutions-energy-water-waste "Cross-functional solutions for Energy, Water and Waste")