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47-53 Charterhouse St, EC1M 6PB
Hidden behind two Listed Building facades opposite Smithfield Market, and spread across eight floors below and above ground, E.ON's Citigen energy centre produces electricity, heat and cooling to buildings across the Square Mile.
Farringdon
There is no disabled access on this tour as the plant is only accessible via a series of staircases.
Loud noises in the Network Pumps room, Heat Pumps and Boilers. We provide ear plugs, but could still be an issue
Guided tour
10:00–12:00
Citigen guided tour
How to book
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Guided tour
13:00–15:00
Citigen guided tour
How to book
Please create a free visitor account to book your festival tickets.
A rare chance to see energy in action! Hidden behind two Listed Building façades opposite Smithfield Market, and spread across eight floors below and above ground, E.ON’s Citigen energy centre produces electricity, heat and cooling to buildings across the Square Mile.
Citigen is the hub of a low carbon decentralised energy network – covering 11km of pipes snaking through the City – and providing the heating and cooling equivalent to 13,600 average homes to business and residential properties from the Guildhall to the Barbican Centre.
E.ON is commissioning a 4MW heat pump at Citigen, connected to three boreholes which tap the natural heat of the Earth from 200m under London. This new technology will reduce overall carbon emissions by 30% and support the City of London’s ambitious environmental plans.
It is important to stress that this building is a working power plant and PPE rules are strictly observed. People with mobility issues may find the tour difficult as access is via staircases and there is no lift option. Visitors will need to wear long sleeves and trousers (no long skirts please) and flat, toe-covered shoes.
Anyone with not the appropriate clothing will not be allowed to join the tour.