PredictIT2.0 can be summarized by the following research question: Which data and computer science methods need to be developed or integrated in order to provide automated, continuous load forecasting for district heating networks operated by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in a low-threshold manner? In this context, low-threshold refers to the effort required for deployment and user acceptance.
IEA SHC Task 68 builds upon the results of the successful Task 55 and further develops solar thermal technologies for their increased use in district heating systems. It combines the tools of digitalization with high temperature collectors to supply typical European district heating grids with secure, renewable energy at desirable temperature levels in an efficient way.
Our current linear economic system is characterized by intensive use of energy and resources and is reaching its limits, especially in industrial systems that are designed for the consumption and one-off use of goods. Against this background, circular economy orientated rental and service models have been discussed for quite some time as promising solutions for ecological and economic challenges. Nevertheless, broad market penetration has so far only been achieved in a few areas of demand.
Task 84 aims to collect knowledge for enabling demand side management in buildings connected to DHC networks with a strong focus on case studies, technology integration, algorithms as well as collaboration models between DHC operators and consumers.
The Vienna ATES project will address the identification and characterisation of available aquifer resources for integration into the Austrian district heating sector for seasonal storage of renewable heat.
The Austrian federal government has set the goal of Austria being climate neutral by 2040. This poses major challenges, especially for the industrial sector, as large and long-term investments are common in this sector. Therefore, investments in climate-neutral technologies are necessary as soon as possible to avoid sunk costs and lock-in effects. Stable framework conditions are necessary to enable these investments. In addition to the danger of "carbon leakage", "green leakage" is also increasingly becoming an economic risk. It describes the danger of companies migrating as they find only inadequate framework conditions for a transformation toward climate neutrality in their home countries. Such framework conditions can only be created if the impact of innovative energy technologies for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions in industry has been quantified and is well understood.
Provide companies with the essential skills, know-how and competences for innovative solutions to improve the quality and efficiency of local heating networks with the aim of planning, expanding, constructing and operating heating plants in a cost-efficient manner.
Energy management and digitalization are important future topics for SMEs in the food industry. 6 companies deepened their knowledge on this topic and positioned themselves fit for the future during 5 module days.
The European Digital Innovation Hub Applied-CPS will offer more than 230 customized services and services for access to cyber-physical systems (CPS) for companies from fall 2022.
A new train station is being built near the exit portal of the future Koralm railway tunnel in Carinthia, in connection with a CO2-neutral technology park. The innovative entrance building of the newly developed area will be implemented as a frontrunner with a 'climate room' concept based on thermal component activation and extensive use of renewable energy sources.