670-15 - District Energy Basics

Learning objectives
- Define district energy
- Identify examples in which district energy is a viable solution
- Recall the advantages and disadvantages of district heating/cooling
Course overview
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.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
- 60 minutes
- Format: Online Interactive
- English