District energy is growing in the U.S. However, its potential seems to have been even more fully realized in Europe and the Middle East. Being familiar with the theory and concept behind district energy allows a better understanding of its advantages and disadvantages and its adaption in certain parts of the world over others.

The District Energy Basics training course defines district energy. It provides examples of the situations where district energy could be a solution. It also identifies some advantages and disadvantages of the technology. District Energy Basics is part of the Heath & Cooling Fundamentals training series.