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EnEff:Stadt and EnEff:Wärme - Research for Energy Efficiency
In addition to the energetic optimisation of individual buildings, the aim of raising energy efficiency depends crucially on a comprehensive approach to urban areas as well as to local and district heating networks . This potential can be improved significantly via intelligent use and networking of innovative technologies with research and pilot projects. “Efficient Energy Use” plays a crucial role. The Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) therefore promotes research on energy efficient cities (EnEff:Stadt) and energy efficient heating and cooling networks (EnEff:Wärme).
Energy-plus housing estate, Landshut
Energy-plus buildings epitomise the energy efficient integration of buildings with systems equipment. The aim of the project is to conduct building- and energy-oriented investigations by means of intensive monitoring. In addition to assessing the district concept in terms of the energy utilisation, the impact of energy-plus housing estates on the energy supplier’s electricity grid will also be considered.
Absorption cooling system uses district heating sources
This research project developed an absorption cooling system with a cooling capacity of 50 kW and optimised it under operating conditions. These systems eliminate the need of further compression-based systems and can replace existing systems. Consumption of electricity and energy, and CO2 emissions are also reduced.
Sustainable University Campus
The campus area development of Lüneburg University (Leuphana) is established concurrently with the conversion and refurbishment of former military buildings in the universitys` neighbourhood. The existing district heating system is to be renovated and energy optimised.
EnEff:Stadt Conference 2012
Under the slogan “Community contributions to the energy revolution”, the first EnEff:Stadt Conference is taking place on 17 and 18 January 2012. It is being held in the former Port Customs Office – the “Hauptzollamt Hafen” – in Hamburg’s “Speicherstadt” warehouse district.