Handbook 2000: Systems and equipment. Chapter 11 - District heating and cooling. (12 of 49)

Publication Year

2000

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Distribution of thermal energy from a central source to residential, commercial, and/or industrial consumers for use in space heating, cooling, water heating, and/or process heating. The energy is distributed by steam or hot or chilled water lines. Thus, thermal energy comes from a distribution medium rather than being generated on site at each facility. Whether the system is a public utility or user owned, such as a multi-building campus, it has economic and environmental benefits depending somewhat on the particular application. Political feasibility must be considered, particularly if a municipality or governmental body is considering a DHC installation. Historically, successful DHC systems have had the political backing and support of the community.

Document History

This document is part of a larger document, Handbook 2000: Systems and equipment, which has been split into parts for ease of use.

ISBN

9781883413811

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