Integration of Reversible Heat Pumps in Trigeneration Systems for Low-Temperature Renewable District Heating and Cooling Microgrids

District heating and cooling networks based on trigeneration systems and renewable energy technologies are widely acknowledged as an energy efficient and environmentally benign solution. These energy systems generally include back-up units, namely fossil-fuel boilers and electric chillers, to enhanc...

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Main Authors: Luca Urbanucci, Daniele Testi, Joan Carles Bruno
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-08-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/9/15/3194