Leep is now better equipped than ever to provide global data centre operators , and other higher-consumption industrial and commercial users , with utility grid connections , 132kV networks and smart battery energy storage solutions for local heat networks .

The firm owns , operates and manages every electrical element – from the point of connection to the metering position and beyond – for the entire length of the contract .

Leep is also enabling data centre owners to increase their revenue and sustainability credentials by repurposing their waste heat to power local heat networks – reducing grid requirements and , crucially , improving their energy efficiency .

“ Our success with EHV customers is founded on the team ’ s expertise and the many added value services we provide ,” said Matt Ling , Director of Business Development at Leep Utilities . “ Through early engagement , a holistic consultative approach and seeking out value in the supply chain – thanks to the transparency that our adoption-only model affords – we ’ re able to help high consumption users to operate most cost-efficiently and cost-effectively , all with the support of our in-house legal team .

“ An often-cited frustration amongst EHV operators is the inflexibility of specification of network components , which can create blockages and inefficiencies ,” added Ling . “ As an Independent Distribution Network Operator ( IDNO ), Leep offers much greater flexibility , on the likes of electric plant and design , to provide bespoke solutions that best meet their needs , and at the best prices and timings .

“ By separating Asset Adoption Value payments from design and build costs , we yet further maximise the supply chain , often at a critical cashflow juncture .

“ The UK data centre industry continues to rapidly evolve and the surge in its demand is unprecedented . We ’ re already a proven electricity supplier of choice to a number of the biggest global brands and we ’ re now very much looking forward to further increasing our footprint and credentials with a dedicated expert team in place and many added value benefits that our customers are loving ,” Ling said . �

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