Abstract
In this paper, the energy performance of a Solar Thermal (ST) façade system is studied
for its connection to a District Heating System. This concept allows for the direct use of
ST heat in the building, while taking profit from the network for delivery/selling of excess
heat and purchase of heat during periods of underproduction. The use of Unglazed
Collectors for low-intrusive architectural interaction in façades is discussed. Studies are
carried out on the heat production of the system and its capacity to cope with local
demands. Economic studies are carried out in order to balance the investment and
operational costs/profits of the system.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 121-133 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Journal of Facade Design and Engineering |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2018 |
Keywords
- Solar systems
- Thermal energy
- Building integration
- Energy systems
Project and Funding Information
- Project ID
- info:eu-repo/grantAgreement/EC/H2020/768567/EU/REnewable Low TEmperature District/RELATED
- Funding Info
- This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No. 768567.
