Supervisors - Prof. John Currie, Edinburgh Napier University and Dr. Paul Tuohy, University of Strathclyde
PhD Student - Antione Reguis, Edinburgh Napier University
Status- Complete
The development of 4th generation smart heating and cooling networks is an emerging technology to supply low carbon heat. However, the technology relies on low-temperature flow delivery temperatures whereas most existing buildings are designed to run on high-temperature flow. Retrofit measures must be applied to ensure the connection to low-temperature heat flow can provide satisfactory occupant comfort while reducing energy use. The aim of this research is to assess the levels of retrofit required for non-domestic building stock in order to realise the advantages of 4th generation heat networks in Scotland.