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title: "Scotland's Heat Network Revolution: What the Heat Networks Act 2021 (Scotland) Means for Housing Associations and Local Authorities"
description: Explore Scotland's Heat Networks Act 2021 and its impact on housing associations and local authorities, highlighting new regulations, targets, and strategies for successful implementation.
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# [Scotland's Heat Network Revolution: What the Heat Networks Act 2021 (Scotland) Means for Housing Associations and Local Authorities](https://blog.switch2.co.uk/blog/scotlands-heat-network-revolution-what-the-heat-networks-act-2021-scotland-means-for-housing-associations-and-local-authorities)

 Written by [Becca Stenson](https://blog.switch2.co.uk/blog/author/becca-stenson) | 02-Jun-2026 08:59:49

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