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Vital Energi<\/a> is set to open a \u00a32m heat network training centre to help support the drive to net-zero carbon<\/h2>\n

Heat networks<\/a> will play an increasingly important role in meeting the UK\u2019s net-zero objectives.<\/p>\n

\u2018Close the skills gap\u2019<\/h3>\n

Gary Fielding, chairman of Vital Energi, said: \u201cAs a company dedicated to providing sustainable, long-term heat and power solutions, we believe it\u2019s our responsibility to help close the skills gap facing our industry<\/a> and support the workforce that is set to deliver the UK\u2019s low-carbon future.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur new training centre will focus on knowledge sharing and skills development, providing attendees with the necessary tools to support the government\u2019s heat network expansion plans.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe expect the centre will significantly boost the pool of qualified and experienced workers in the industry.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a business, we already enable individuals seeking a change of career through training and support packages.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe will continue to build on this approach by offering apprenticeships, graduate jobs and forging partnerships with higher education institutions in the communities in which we work.<\/p>\n

\u201cWith the development of new skills and formal training, we believe our new facility will be an invaluable resource as we work towards achieving the country\u2019s net-zero ambitions<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n

The heat network training centre \u2013 which is designed to be both Covid-secure and interactive \u2013 utilises a variety of digital tools to allow training to take place amidst current Government restrictions.<\/p>\n

The new 600m2 facility is home to a 60-seater lecture theatre and seminar-style classrooms. It will provide pioneering demonstrative training resources and collaborative programmes, delivered with industry partners including LOGSTOR, which can be carried out both on and offline.<\/p>\n

As district heating pipes are buried below ground, it can be challenging to train individuals without visiting a live project. With site visits impacted by the pandemic, Vital Energi has purpose-built two demonstration trenches which will be used to educate students and existing employees about techniques such as jointing and welding pipes, insulation processes and moisture control.<\/p>\n

The centre will grow the company\u2019s existing relationship with The City of Liverpool College with additional apprenticeship recruitment, presentations and new product training as well supporting courses at other universities and colleges with practical and theoretical education.<\/p>\n

The facility will also benefit Vital Energi\u2019s existing employees by supporting engineers<\/a> and designers with skills development opportunities.<\/p>\n

\u2018Develop future skills for future jobs\u2019<\/h3>\n

Sophie Park, director of workforce skills at The City of Liverpool College, said: \u201cWe are so excited to be working alongside Vital Energi and together we will develop future skills for future jobs.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur partnership is built on the knowledge and skills of Vital Energi\u2019s engineers and the innovative pedagogy of our curriculum leaders at The City of Liverpool College.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis new state-of-the-art training centre will play an essential role in developing the science, engineering & digital skills needed to deliver our low-carbon future.\u201d<\/p>\n

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