Review of the phase change material (PCM) usage for solar domestic water heating systems (SDWHS)
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DOI: 10.1002/er.3765
Abstract: Summary The shortage in energy resources combined with the climb in greenhouse emissions is the main incentive beyond the deployment of solar energy resource in various applications. One of the most successful applications is the… read more here.
Keywords: energy; heating systems; domestic water; water heating ... See more keywords
Optimal operation of flexible heating systems for reducing wind power curtailment
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DOI: 10.1007/s00202-020-00919-6
Abstract: Flexibility in a heating system refers to the ability of regulating its heat consumption/supply/storage from time to time, which indirectly affects the corresponding electricity production and consumption. Through an optimal use this kind of ability,… read more here.
Keywords: power curtailment; flexibility; power; heating systems ... See more keywords
Developing a multicriteria decision support framework for CHP based combined district heating systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2017.07.016
Abstract: Abstract CHP based combined district heating (DH) systems with gas-fired boilers for peak load shaving have higher energy and environmental efficiencies compared to DH systems supplied heat by heat only boilers. However, proper multicriteria decision… read more here.
Keywords: decision; multicriteria decision; framework; heating systems ... See more keywords
Agent-based distributed demand response in district heating systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apenergy.2019.114403
Abstract: Current district heating systems are moving towards 4th generation district heating in which end-users play an active role in system operation. Research has shown that optimising buildings' heating demands can release network congestion and contribute… read more here.
Keywords: district; heating systems; distributed demand; approach ... See more keywords
A review of the potential of district heating system in Northern China
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DOI: 10.1016/j.applthermaleng.2021.116605
Abstract: Abstract In Northern China, coal-fired power plants play a key role in electricity and heat generation, significantly intensifying air pollution. Meanwhile, a large percentage of wind power is curtailed every year owing to its conflict… read more here.
Keywords: system; district heating; heat; district ... See more keywords
Impact assessment of biomass-based district heating systems in densely populated communities. Part II: Would the replacement of fossil fuels improve ambient air quality and human health?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.atmosenv.2017.05.001
Abstract: To determine if replacing fossil fuel combustion with biomass gasification would impact air quality, we evaluated the impact of a small-scale biomass gasification plant (BRDF) at a university campus over 5 scenarios. The overall incremental… read more here.
Keywords: biomass; impact; heating systems; fossil fuels ... See more keywords
Influence of heating systems on thermal transmittance evaluations: simulations, experimental measurements and data post-processing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2018.03.032
Abstract: Abstract Nowadays, understanding the actual performance of building components is one of the key factor to achieve energy savings. For this reason, on-site measurements are essential but the boundary conditions during surveys can affect the… read more here.
Keywords: post processing; data post; heating systems; thermal transmittance ... See more keywords
Dynamic Mode Decomposition for nonintrusive and robust Model Predictive Control of residential heating systems
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enbuild.2021.111450
Abstract: Abstract Obtaining accurate models for heating and building systems is crucial for prediction and control in the context of energy effciency and demand response. Models should be both computationally and data-effcient, as well as easy… read more here.
Keywords: dynamic mode; control; residential heating; heating systems ... See more keywords
Sustainability evaluation and sensitivity analysis of district heating systems coupled to geothermal and solar resources
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DOI: 10.1016/j.enconman.2020.113084
Abstract: Abstract District heating systems assisted by renewable energy harness local energy sources, save fossil fuels, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Here, geothermal and solar resources are integrated into district heating through a geothermal heat pump… read more here.
Keywords: district; heating systems; geothermal solar; solar resources ... See more keywords
Adoption of renewable heating systems: An empirical test of the diffusion of innovation theory
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2017.02.060
Abstract: The implementation of heating technologies based on renewable resources is an important part of Italy's energy policy. Yet, despite efforts to promote the uptake of such technologies, their diffusion is still limited while heating systems… read more here.
Keywords: diffusion; theory; heating systems; adoption ... See more keywords
Peak-shaving in district heating systems through optimal management of the thermal request of buildings
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2017.06.107
Abstract: This paper aims at analyzing the opportunities for peak load shaving in district heating systems using a physical simulation tool. Using the proposed approach it is possible to examine the effects on the total load… read more here.
Keywords: thermal request; district; heating systems; management ... See more keywords