Periodic Reporting for period 1 - HYPERGRYD (Hybrid coupled networks for thermal-electric integrated smart energy Districts)
Berichtszeitraum: 2021-10-01 bis 2023-03-31
The HYPERGRYD project addresses the need for a full decarbonization of the energy system in Europe by focusing on the coupling of the thermal and electric sectors and accelerating the transition towards the 4th and 5th generations of District Heating and Cooling (DHC). The project aims to overcome the challenges faced by existing district heating systems, such as the lack of cooling options and the unpreparedness for the transition to advanced DHC generations. Additionally, the implementation of 5th generation DHC systems is limited due to high investment requirements and the need for accurate planning.
The project's overall objectives are to develop replicable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that integrate Renewable Energy Sources-based (RES-based) technologies with thermal grids and their connection to electrical grids. This involves the development of key hardware components and innovative ICT services to handle the increased complexity of systems at various levels, from building to Local Energy Community (LEC) levels and beyond. HYPERGRYD aims to accelerate the sustainable transformation, planning, and modernization of DHC towards the 4th and 5th generations.
The solutions developed within HYPERGRYD will be implemented and tested in four different Live-in Labs across three countries (Italy, Austria, Poland). The project's impact is focused on increasing the penetration of RES in DHC grids, achieving primary energy savings, demonstrating environmental sustainability, driving market transformation towards smart district systems, and helping overcome regulatory obstacles related to the adoption of RES.
By leveraging the synergistic integration of RES, power-to-heat technologies, innovative storage systems, and ICT tools, HYPERGRYD aims to contribute to the decarbonization of the overall energy system and enable a more sustainable and efficient district heating and cooling infrastructure.
The project's overall objectives are to develop replicable, scalable, and cost-effective solutions that integrate Renewable Energy Sources-based (RES-based) technologies with thermal grids and their connection to electrical grids. This involves the development of key hardware components and innovative ICT services to handle the increased complexity of systems at various levels, from building to Local Energy Community (LEC) levels and beyond. HYPERGRYD aims to accelerate the sustainable transformation, planning, and modernization of DHC towards the 4th and 5th generations.
The solutions developed within HYPERGRYD will be implemented and tested in four different Live-in Labs across three countries (Italy, Austria, Poland). The project's impact is focused on increasing the penetration of RES in DHC grids, achieving primary energy savings, demonstrating environmental sustainability, driving market transformation towards smart district systems, and helping overcome regulatory obstacles related to the adoption of RES.
By leveraging the synergistic integration of RES, power-to-heat technologies, innovative storage systems, and ICT tools, HYPERGRYD aims to contribute to the decarbonization of the overall energy system and enable a more sustainable and efficient district heating and cooling infrastructure.
WP1 established a framework for SEDs and analyzed existing DHC systems in Europe. This analysis identified parameters for classifying SEDs and assessed the potential of the Live-in Labs (LILs) and the technologies to be implemented. Market trends and legislative frameworks related to climate and energy were also studied. KPIs were defined, and the technical, financial, and time requirements for subsequent work packages were planned.
In WP2, simulation-aided design of enabling technologies was the primary focus, followed by finalizing prototypes and preparing for the testing phase. Simulations were conducted to analyze the devices used with HYPERGRYD enabling technologies, informing the high-level controller development.
WP3 involved data collection, validation, and integration. Pilot plant data was reviewed, and a strategy for data collection, including external sources and specific data from the LiLs was implemented. Initial validations for a CO2 heat pump were performed using a controller-in-the-loop simulation system. Development of a heat pump digital twin, user interface, and integration with smart trading strategies were also achieved.
WP4 defined use-cases, and the stakeholder roles for the PaaS. The ICT architecture was designed based on a cloud-based digital twin platform, and a GIS-BIM toolkit was developed, including data uploading methods and generic properties for buildings, pipelines, and nodes. Additional services for the PaaS and integration with other tools were explored.
WP5 focused on implementation strategy for the demonstration activities and testing conditions. Installation modeling, data collection, and real-time access to smart meter data were carried out in the LiLs. Environmental, economic, and social impacts of HYPERGRYD use cases were assessed, collecting feedback for improvements.
In WP6 a communication plan was developed, creating a dissemination network to engage stakeholders. Key performance indicators were defined, and a data management plan was designed.
WP7 involved innovation management, technology scouting, market analysis, and researching best practices and road-mapping for future grids.
WP8 ensured effective technical coordination and management. Deliverables were submitted, a peer-review system was implemented, and regular meetings facilitated communication. Risk management and administrative matters were handled.
In WP2, simulation-aided design of enabling technologies was the primary focus, followed by finalizing prototypes and preparing for the testing phase. Simulations were conducted to analyze the devices used with HYPERGRYD enabling technologies, informing the high-level controller development.
WP3 involved data collection, validation, and integration. Pilot plant data was reviewed, and a strategy for data collection, including external sources and specific data from the LiLs was implemented. Initial validations for a CO2 heat pump were performed using a controller-in-the-loop simulation system. Development of a heat pump digital twin, user interface, and integration with smart trading strategies were also achieved.
WP4 defined use-cases, and the stakeholder roles for the PaaS. The ICT architecture was designed based on a cloud-based digital twin platform, and a GIS-BIM toolkit was developed, including data uploading methods and generic properties for buildings, pipelines, and nodes. Additional services for the PaaS and integration with other tools were explored.
WP5 focused on implementation strategy for the demonstration activities and testing conditions. Installation modeling, data collection, and real-time access to smart meter data were carried out in the LiLs. Environmental, economic, and social impacts of HYPERGRYD use cases were assessed, collecting feedback for improvements.
In WP6 a communication plan was developed, creating a dissemination network to engage stakeholders. Key performance indicators were defined, and a data management plan was designed.
WP7 involved innovation management, technology scouting, market analysis, and researching best practices and road-mapping for future grids.
WP8 ensured effective technical coordination and management. Deliverables were submitted, a peer-review system was implemented, and regular meetings facilitated communication. Risk management and administrative matters were handled.
Progress beyond the state of the art
The HYPERGRYD project develops several RES-based technologies to adapt for next-generation of DHC by allowing multi-directional flow, improved RES interconnection and ancillary services. The project develops smart tools such as a SED-based novel predictive control algorithm, exergoeconomic tool for 4th and 5th generation DHC, with BIM-GIS included, simulation of thermal-electric coupled grids by using state estimation algorithms, LEM with API standard able to work with different classes of hardware and Energy Management Systems. The project uses IoT sensors, edge computing and real-life operating conditions for ML optimization (forecast, cost-benefits operation), enabling the deployment of RES hybrid systems for retrofitting of the existing systems at both supply and demand level.
Expected results
Technologies: performance improvement (efficiency, storage density), space optimization, flexible operation with different temperatures for both heating and cooling mode.
Tools, Services and Platform: Seamless data flow of the tools into the DT. Full-blown interoperability with HW/SW system components.
Communication and dissemination: Users’ engagement and participation in LILs’ activities.
Exploitation: Use project activities as a vehicle to attain the maximum post-project uptake, wide dissemination to reach the general, establish novel H/C implementation strategies and business models in the daily business of DHC networks across Europe and beyond.
Overall: Demonstration of 60% of RES penetration in the DH demand for the 4th generation, and 80% of RES penetration for the 5th generation scenarios; demonstration of 55% of CO2 emissions reduction in 4th generation, and 70% for the 5th generation scenarios.
Potential impacts
The HYPERGRYD project is expected to have several potential impacts including:
Replicability: HYPERGRYD increases the penetration of RES in the DHC grids by leveraging the synergistic integration of RES, power-to-heat technologies, innovative storage systems and ICT tools (4G and 5G DHC). The project investigates a balanced mix of consolidated and innovative technologies able to increase the overall system’s flexibility both from production side and consumption side, guaranteeing relevant reduction of costs.
Socio-economics: Thanks to advanced ICT technologies and integrating heat storages, the penetration of RES in DHC grids and the recovery of waste heat will be increased. The aim is to enable primary energy savings of 11.8 PWh/y for 4G DHC grids and of 9.9 PWh/y for the 5G DHC grids.
Environment: HYPERGRYD demonstrates the environmental sustainability of DHC grids with a RES penetration of 60% in the 4G and 80% in the 5G as a roadmap for decarbonization.
Market Transformation: HYPERGRYD drives the transition from a centralized energy system based on fossil fuels to smart district systems based on local RES. End-users will become aware of flexible energy trading opportunities by means of innovative ICT tools.
The HYPERGRYD project develops several RES-based technologies to adapt for next-generation of DHC by allowing multi-directional flow, improved RES interconnection and ancillary services. The project develops smart tools such as a SED-based novel predictive control algorithm, exergoeconomic tool for 4th and 5th generation DHC, with BIM-GIS included, simulation of thermal-electric coupled grids by using state estimation algorithms, LEM with API standard able to work with different classes of hardware and Energy Management Systems. The project uses IoT sensors, edge computing and real-life operating conditions for ML optimization (forecast, cost-benefits operation), enabling the deployment of RES hybrid systems for retrofitting of the existing systems at both supply and demand level.
Expected results
Technologies: performance improvement (efficiency, storage density), space optimization, flexible operation with different temperatures for both heating and cooling mode.
Tools, Services and Platform: Seamless data flow of the tools into the DT. Full-blown interoperability with HW/SW system components.
Communication and dissemination: Users’ engagement and participation in LILs’ activities.
Exploitation: Use project activities as a vehicle to attain the maximum post-project uptake, wide dissemination to reach the general, establish novel H/C implementation strategies and business models in the daily business of DHC networks across Europe and beyond.
Overall: Demonstration of 60% of RES penetration in the DH demand for the 4th generation, and 80% of RES penetration for the 5th generation scenarios; demonstration of 55% of CO2 emissions reduction in 4th generation, and 70% for the 5th generation scenarios.
Potential impacts
The HYPERGRYD project is expected to have several potential impacts including:
Replicability: HYPERGRYD increases the penetration of RES in the DHC grids by leveraging the synergistic integration of RES, power-to-heat technologies, innovative storage systems and ICT tools (4G and 5G DHC). The project investigates a balanced mix of consolidated and innovative technologies able to increase the overall system’s flexibility both from production side and consumption side, guaranteeing relevant reduction of costs.
Socio-economics: Thanks to advanced ICT technologies and integrating heat storages, the penetration of RES in DHC grids and the recovery of waste heat will be increased. The aim is to enable primary energy savings of 11.8 PWh/y for 4G DHC grids and of 9.9 PWh/y for the 5G DHC grids.
Environment: HYPERGRYD demonstrates the environmental sustainability of DHC grids with a RES penetration of 60% in the 4G and 80% in the 5G as a roadmap for decarbonization.
Market Transformation: HYPERGRYD drives the transition from a centralized energy system based on fossil fuels to smart district systems based on local RES. End-users will become aware of flexible energy trading opportunities by means of innovative ICT tools.