As we head into a new year, we want to start by saying a genuine thank you.

Thank you for the conversations, the honest questions, the challenges, and the reality checks throughout 2025. They’ve shaped what we’ve built, how we’ve supported you, and where we’re focusing next.

To bring all of that together, we’ve launched The Download – a new, short-format read designed to give you fast, focused insight without the noise.

If you’ve got five minutes and a cup of tea, this first edition is a good place to start.

What’s inside the December issue?

The December edition pulls together the themes we’ve been hearing most often this year, alongside practical resources you can use straight away.

Here’s a preview of what you’ll find inside:

Clear answers to the questions we’re asked most

From “where do I even start?” moments to specific compliance concerns, we’ve pulled together straightforward answers you can share internally and come back to when you need them.

Simpler, more practical support

An overview of how our compliance support, health checks and packages are evolving – all aimed at making things easier to understand and easier to action.

Why performance monitoring matters more than ever

As regulation tightens, gut feel and reactive fixes aren’t enough. We look at why better data and day-to-day visibility are becoming essential, not optional.

The Heat Network Compliance Companion Playbook (updated)

Including access to the updated HNMF Authorisation Conditions, the latest summary, and new checklists to help you stay on track.

A look ahead to 2026

From bespoke training packages and podcasts to new ways we’ll be supporting you through change, we share what’s coming next – and why.

You’ll also find a round-up of what we’ve been up to this year, a few lighter moments we couldn’t leave out and our end-of-year highlights.

Why we created The Download

This isn’t about adding another thing to your inbox.

The Download is designed to be short, useful and grounded in real world – bringing together guidance that stays current, tools you can use straight away, and context to help you plan with confidence.

It’s shaped by the conversations we have with you every day, and it’ll keep evolving as expectations, regulation and best practice continue to change.

Thanks for taking the time to read – and for being part of the journey with us. We’re looking forward to working with you throughout the year ahead.

Warm wishes from all of us at Data Energy and DMG Delta.

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