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Record-Breaking Heat Pumps Unveiled
In Europe, large-scale heat pump installations are underway, capable of providing heating to tens of thousands of residences.
The pipe that will feed the heat pump in Germany's River Rhine is exceptionally large, allowing for upright walking, according to reports.

Felix Hack, project manager at MVV Environment, outlines the plan to extract 10,000 litres of water per second from the river in Mannheim, utilizing 2m diameter pipes, and then return it after harvesting the heat.
In October, MVV Energie announced plans to construct what may be the world's most powerful heat pump modules, consisting of two units with a capacity of 82.5 megawatts each.
This capacity is sufficient to provide heat to around 40,000 homes through a district heating system, as MVV Energie aims to build the system on the site of a coal power plant transitioning to cleaner technologies.
The size of the heat pumps was determined in part by the limitations on machinery transportation through Mannheim's streets or potentially via the Rhine River, with the exact method still undecided, according to Mr Hack.
Alexandre de Rougemont of Everllence, a German company that also manufactures large heat pumps, is aware of the project and acknowledges the competitive nature of the industry.
Heat pumps function by absorbing heat from various sources, including air, ground, or bodies of water, using refrigerants that evaporate when slightly warmed.
Compressing the refrigerant amplifies the heat, a process that occurs in both small and large heat pumps, with the latter serving entire city districts through district heating networks.
As global cities strive to reduce carbon emissions, many are investing in large heat pumps that can be integrated into district heating networks, which distribute hot water or steam to multiple buildings.
The demand for larger heat pumps has led to the development of even bigger models, designed to meet the needs of expanding district heating networks.
Mr Hack explains that the decommissioning of coal-fired units at the Mannheim plant and the site's existing connections to the district heating network and electricity grid make it an ideal location for the heat pump installation.
The technology is made possible in part by the availability of large compressors, which are also used in the oil and gas industry for fossil fuel compression.
Construction on the Mannheim project is set to begin next year, with the heat pumps, totaling 162MW, expected to become fully operational in the winter of 2028-29, featuring a multi-step filter system to prevent harm to aquatic life.

The cost of such installations is substantial, with the Mannheim heat pump setup estimated to cost €200m, and Everllence's equipment costing approximately €500,000 per megawatt of installed capacity, excluding additional infrastructure costs.
Everllence is currently working on a project in Aalborg, Denmark, which will surpass the Mannheim system's capacity, with a total of 176MW, using four 44MW units, and is expected to become operational in 2027, supplying nearly a third of the town's heating demand.

The 44MW machines used in the Aalborg project are the same as those utilized in a previous project in Esbjerg, where they operate at a reduced capacity of 35MW each.
Large hot water storage tanks, capable of holding 200,000 cubic meters of liquid, will provide the system with added flexibility, allowing it to store heat when electricity prices are high, according to Mr de Rougemont.
Veronika Wilk of the Austrian Institute of Technology notes that heat pumps and district heating systems are well-suited for harvesting heat from various sources, including bodies of water and wastewater.
Dr Wilk explains that using multiple large heat pumps on a district heating network offers flexibility and efficiency, enabling the system to adapt to changing heat demands throughout the year.
While most large heat pumps use water as a heat source, some can also utilize air, as seen in cities like Helsinki, where the sea is too shallow to provide sufficient heat.

Timo Aaltonen, senior vice president of heating and cooling at Helen Oy, explains that building a tunnel to the ocean would be necessary to access sufficient heat, making air-based heat pumps a more viable option.
Helsinki is overhauling its district heating system, incorporating heat pumps, biomass burners, and electric boilers into a 1,400km network that connects nearly 90% of the city's buildings.
Heat pumps can convert electricity into multiple units of heat, whereas electric boilers are less efficient, as they cannot achieve the same level of heat conversion.
Mr Aaltonen justifies the installation of electric boilers, citing their lower installation costs and ability to provide a backup heat source, as well as helping to balance the electricity grid by utilizing surplus renewable energy.
The UK currently lacks heat pump systems comparable to those being developed in Denmark, Germany, and Finland, although new district heating networks, such as the Exeter Energy Network, are being planned.
The Exeter Energy Network will have a minimum capacity of 12MW, featuring three 4MW air-to-water heat pumps, with the first unit expected to become operational in 2028.
Keith Baker, a researcher at Glasgow Caledonian University, highlights the UK's potential to leverage district heating technology, particularly in post-industrial and rural areas with available space for heat pumps and heat storage tanks.
Abandoned mines, which maintain a relatively stable water temperature, are beginning to be used as a heat source for larger heat pumps in the UK, representing a promising opportunity for growth.
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Tudor to take interim charge of Tottenham
Igor Tudor has reached an agreement to take the reins as Tottenham’s interim head coach for the remainder of the season.
Tottenham has reached an agreement with Igor Tudor to take the helm as interim head coach for the remainder of the current season.
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UAE Defeats Canada to Enhance Super 8s Qualification Chances
The United Arab Emirates boosted their slim chances of advancing to the T20 World Cup Super 8s, securing a narrow five-wicket victory over Canada, thanks in part to Aryansh Sharma’s unbeaten 74.
In a crucial match for the United Arab Emirates, Aryansh Sharma achieved his fifth T20 international half-century, contributing to the team's victory over Canada.
The Men's T20 World Cup, being held in Group D in Delhi, saw an intense competition between the two teams.
Canada's innings resulted in a total of 150-7 after 20 overs, with Harsh Thaker scoring 50 runs off 41 balls, while Junaid Siddique took 5 wickets for 35 runs.
The UAE team responded with a total of 154 runs in 19.4 overs, led by Aryansh Sharma's unbeaten 74 runs off 53 balls and Sohaib Khan's 51 runs off 29 balls, despite Bin Zafar taking 3 wickets for 14 runs.
The United Arab Emirates secured a five-wicket win over Canada, boosting their chances in the tournament.
Aryansh Sharma played a pivotal role in the UAE's win, scoring an unbeaten 74 runs to help his team overcome Canada's total.
With four overs remaining, Canada seemed poised to defend their total, but Sohaib Khan's aggressive batting reignited the UAE's chase, as he scored 17 runs off Dillon Heyliger's bowling.
In the final over, the UAE required eight runs to win, and Aryansh Sharma eased the pressure by hitting a six off Jaskaran Singh's first ball.
Sohaib Khan was dismissed after scoring a rapid 51 runs off 29 balls, including four sixes, leaving the scores level.
Muhammad Arfan then sealed the victory with two balls to spare, hitting a four off Jaskaran Singh, as Aryansh Sharma top-scored with 74 runs off 53 balls.
The UAE now stands third in Group D with two points, but they face an uphill task in their upcoming matches against full members South Africa and Afghanistan to advance to the next phase.
Although the UAE has never beaten a full member in any World Cup format, their performance in this match has given them some confidence.
Earlier in the match, Junaid Siddique achieved the best bowling figures by a UAE player in a T20 World Cup, taking 5 wickets for 35 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
Harsh Thaker's 41-ball half-century, which included three sixes and two fours, provided a solid foundation for Canada's total.
Thaker and Navneet Dhaliwal shared a 58-run partnership to help Canada recover from a difficult start, before Dhaliwal was run out for 34 runs.
After Thaker fell victim to Junaid Siddique's slower ball, Canada struggled to find boundaries against the UAE's tight bowling.
Shreyas Movva made a useful contribution of 21 runs off 21 balls, but Junaid Siddique took two wickets in the final over to claim his maiden five-wicket haul in T20 internationals.
In a separate match, Zimbabwe's Brilliant Muzarabani played a key role in his team's stunning win over Australia.
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In another development, Paul Stirling has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to injury.
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Guardiola Advocates for Cultural Embrace to Foster a Better Society
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has stated that accepting diverse cultures will lead to a more harmonious society, in reaction to comments made by Sir Jim Ratcliffe regarding immigration.
As a player, Pep Guardiola earned 47 international caps for Spain, showcasing his skills on the global stage.
Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, believes that embracing diverse cultures is essential for creating a more harmonious society.
Guardiola was questioned about his thoughts on comments made by Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who stated that the UK had been "colonised by immigrants", sparking a debate.
Following criticism, Ratcliffe apologised for any offence caused, while still advocating for open discussion on the issue.
Ahead of Manchester City's FA Cup fourth-round match against Salford, Guardiola shared his perspective, saying that people seek better lives and opportunities, which can be found in their birthplace or elsewhere.
According to Guardiola, one's birthplace is not a determining factor in their potential or aspirations.
Many individuals are forced to leave their homelands due to problems in their native countries, rather than a desire to abandon their roots.
Guardiola emphasized that by genuinely embracing other cultures, society as a whole can improve, a notion he has no doubts about.
An examination of the facts behind Jim Ratcliffe's statements on immigration and benefits is also underway.
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Born in Santpedor, Catalonia, Spain, Guardiola has had a diverse career, playing in Spain, Italy, Qatar, and Mexico, before transitioning to management.
As a manager, the 55-year-old has had stints in Spain, Germany, and England, taking the helm at Manchester City in 2016.
Guardiola views the issue of immigration as a global problem, stating that it is a concern that affects many countries.
He believes that immigrants are often unfairly blamed for problems in their adopted countries, highlighting the fact that one's birthplace is often a matter of circumstance.
Guardiola reiterated that people from all backgrounds strive for a better life, seeking opportunities that may be available in their birth country or elsewhere.
He stressed that factors such as skin colour or birthplace should not be barriers to achieving one's goals.
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