4th Generation Generation District Energy Networks are a promising technology. The analysis executed can be complemented by further research in the following areas:
Detailed reduction cost analysis by making use of the thermal store and taking into consideration the daily variation in electricity prices.
Exploring alternative solution with a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) supply source based on anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste.
Examine in detail how different retrofitting options can influence the heat demand profiles and the financial viability of the network.
Detailed analysis of the control and monitoring devices included in the network design.
In depth examination concerning the different types of heat exchanger connections.
