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1. Techno-economic analysis and simulation of low temperature district heating networks
University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljöAbstract : The continuous increase in global energy consumption has led to a greater focus on the energy required for heating buildings. This thesis presents a techno-economic model for analysing low-temperature district heating networks coupled with a geothermal heat source. READ MORE
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2. Solar Photovoltaic Thermal Collectors and Ground Source Heat Pumps for Commercial Buildings : Case study in Sweden
University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)Abstract : In order to reduce emissions from the building sector, which stands for than a fifth of the global energy consumption today, efficient and fossil free heating and cooling systems are of importance. This study investigates the combination of solar photovoltaic thermal collectors and ground source heat pump systems in order to regenerate energy to the ground in combination with free cooling. READ MORE
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3. Analysis of the impacts of climate change on the energy use and indoor environmental quality in an office
University essay from KTH/Hållbara byggnaderAbstract : As the climate continues to change in upcoming years, the building sector will face serious and challenging problems where buildings will need to be adapted to withstand the changes. This study examined the impact of climate change on the energy need and indoor thermal comfort of an office building in Stockholm, Sweden. READ MORE
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4. Optimizing the Performance and Efficiency of District Heating Substations : A Study of the Cooling Process and Overall System Improvements in Ludvika
University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för information och teknikAbstract : The concept of future sustainability is driving efforts toward the efficient improvement of energy systems. District heating systems play a key role in balancing the energy system by improving performance and flexibility. READ MORE
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5. Sustainable water treatment in the manufacturing industry : Investigation of the water treatment system at VCE, Hallsberg
University essay from Linköpings universitet/EnergisystemAbstract : Transitioning to circular flows is essential to economize the planet’s resources. One of the most important resources on earth is water as it is vital for all living things. However, water purification methods have proven to be very energy intensive, and increasing the circular water flows is therefore challenging. READ MORE