Technical Guide to District Heating

This guide is for anyone planning new district heating networks, and refurbishing existing networks, focusing on technical issues. Information is presented in sections on system and component design, operation and maintenance.

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This guide is aimed at all involved in the technical aspects of district heating networks. It provides a source of information when developing new schemes or refurbishing existing schemes, focusing particularly on technical rather than financial issues.

The importance of other low-carbon sources of heat including thermal renewable energy is emphasized. Comprehensive technical information is presented, with sections outlining system and component design, and operation and maintenance.