In the background of the continued integration of renewable energy sources (RES) and the
increasing flexibility on the demand side, the diversity and complexity of new technologies …

The sector integration of the heat and electricity sectors promotes the flexibility of the energy
system. This, together with the already almost carbon dioxide-free electricity supply in …

This paper introduces a novel optimization approach to design and operate hybrid heating
system, which integrates existing centralized district heating assets and decentralized heat …

District heating systems are considered a feasible heating alternative to replace natural gas
to mitigate emissions in cities. However, urban transitions are very complex because energy …

Net-zero district heating systems are considered a feasible heating alternative to replace
individual natural gas boilers to mitigate emissions in European cities. However, achieving …

District heating networks offer promising solutions for remote communities, providing
centralized heat supply, improved efficiency, and diverse energy sources, especially with …

Competitive and changing frame conditions, such as the need for decarbonization of energy
supply or the growing share of renewable electricity generation, are driving the need for …

New energy technologies are gaining rising importance because of climate change and
increasing energy demand, and they show an enormous potential to mitigate environmental …

Building footprints are a geographical indication of the spatial distribution of built-up
infrastructure, thereby reflecting energy demand patterns, including heating requirements …

Balancing markets will become more and more relevant with the increased volatility in the
electricity system due to the increase in the renewable quota. New policies are paving the …