varmeinfrastruktur
Varmeinfrastruktur refers to the systems and facilities used to generate, transmit, store, and use thermal energy for heating, hot water, and in some cases industrial processes. The concept covers production plants, distribution networks, and end-use equipment that together deliver heat to buildings and facilities.
Core components include production facilities such as district heating plants, combined heat and power (CHP) units,
District heating networks commonly gather heat from multiple sources and distribute it as hot water or steam
Benefits of varmeinfrastruktur include higher energy efficiency through centralized production, the potential to lower greenhouse gas
Challenges involve high upfront capital costs, aging pipe networks, heat losses, leakage and pressure management, and