Metro Nashville District Energy System Building

Thermal Engineering Group Awarded Metro Nashville District Energy System Project Administrator Contract

Thermal Engineering Group, Inc. (TEG) has been awarded a new five-year contract to serve as Project Administrator (PA) for the Metropolitan Nashville District Energy System (MNDES). The engagement commenced May 4, 2023, to run for 12 months, with four 12-month renewal options not to exceed 60 months (five years) total. “Our primary role is to…

Corrosion Arresting Coating

Corrosion Arresting Coating Proves Successful In Helping Maintain Vital Distribution System Components

After a dozen years of testing numerous application processes and products to halt corrosion of vital components of the Metro Nashville District Energy System distribution system, project administrator Thermal Engineering Group says one solution has risen to the challenge and shows great promise with no signs of degradation after three years post application and regular…

Manhole B2 Pipe Support Beam

NDES Proper System Maintenance – A Focused Priority

Specialized Coatings and Application Techniques Provide New Levels of Protection in a Variety of Challenging Environments The Nashville District Energy System’s distribution system is comprised of direct-buried piping, underground manhole structures and thousands of feet of underground tunnels that house the chilled water, steam and condensate return piping. More than forty manholes, both stand alone…

Capacity and Expandability

Capacity for Expansion

Nashville DES main heating and cooling Plant provided 333 million pounds of steam and 60 million ton hours of chilled water last year… to provide customers heating and cooling to their individual requirements.  Plus, the system has ADDITIONAL CAPACITY and opportunities for system expansion in order to serve new customers that want to be part…