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Combined HEat SyStem by using Solar Energy and heaT pUmPs

Objective

The project objective is to design, implement and promote a reliable, efficient and profitable system able to supply heating and hot water in buildings mainly from renewable sources. The proposed system is based in the optimal combination of solar thermal (ST) energy production, seasonal heat storage and high efficient heat pump use. Heat pumps will be improved technically in order to obtain the best performace in the special conditions of the CHESS-SETUP system.

The used solar panels will be hybrid photovoltaic and solar thermal (PV-ST) panels, which is a promising solution for also producing the electricity consumed by the heat and water pumps of the heating system and part of the electricity consumed in the building. Hybrid solar panels are a key element to achieving energy self-sufficiency in buildings, especially in dense urban areas where the roof availability is one of the most limiting factors.

Also will be considered the integration of other energy sources as biomass or heat waste, to make the system suitable for any climate conditions. The project will also explore the possibility to integrate the system with other electricity or cooling technologies (solar cooling, cogeneration).

The system operation will be optimized according to some external factors, as electricity price or user requirements by using a smart control and management systems developed specifically for the project.

This proposal will be materialized in three pilot experiences: a small-scale prototype in Lavola's headquarters (Spain), 50 new dwellings located in Corby (England) and a new sport centre located in Sant Cugat (Spain).

Call for proposal

H2020-EE-2014-2015

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Sub call

H2020-EE-2015-1-PPP

Coordinator

AGENCIA DE ECOLOGIA URBANA DE BARCELONA
Net EU contribution
€ 368 002,26
Address
AVINGUDA DE LAS DRASSANES, NUMS 6-8, 2 PLANTA
08001 BARCELONA
Spain

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Region
Este Cataluña Barcelona
Activity type
Other
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Total cost
€ 368 002,26

Participants (12)