Unglazed Solar Thermal Systems for Building Integration, coupled with District Heating Systems. Conceptual Definition, Cost and Performance Assessment

In this paper, the energy performance of a solar thermal (ST) façade system is studied in relation to 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...

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Main Authors: Mikel Lumbreras Mugaguren, Roberto Garay, Koldobika Martin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: TU Delft Open 2018-06-01
Series:Journal of Facade Design and Engineering
Online Access:https://journals.open.tudelft.nl/index.php/jfde/article/view/2085
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Summary:In this paper, the energy performance of a solar thermal (ST) façade system is studied in relation to 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.
ISSN:2213-302X
2213-3038