Importance of energy quality in matching supply and demand
Information Paper 5/12
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Information Paper
Abstract
Low-grade energy, for example industrial waste heat, can be used in low-temperature internal distribution systems, such as underfloor heating; increasing the availability and viability of a range of low-carbon and renewable heat sources. Examines the importance of energy quality in matching energy supply and demand in building services.
Author
Wiltshire, R., Williams, J. and Rajan, A.
ISBN
9781848062481
Subjects
- Building services
- Renewable energy
- Energy efficiency/Energy Management
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
- Energy management
Publisher History
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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