Our energy system is in the middle of a disruption. It will not be possible to use coal, oil or natural gas in the future. The production cost of wind and solar energy has decreased dramatically, while carbon capture and storage has proven to be very expensive. Distributed and intermittent production of electricity and heat […]
In the fossil fuel-free energy scenario for Finland, the share of electricity will increase by about 50% replacing fossil fuels. More electricity will be needed to supply power for the heat pumps in district heating networks and buildings, and electric vehicles in the transport sector. Also steel industry and other industries need clean electricity in […]
The following concept for clean district heating and cooling consists of multiple renewable energy sources, co-generation of heating and cooling, as well as energy storage technologies in both the district heating network and in buildings. Already today, IT systems with smart control and automation functionalities can connect renewable energy units, storages, and buildings in a […]
Smart Energy Transition Annual seminar 15.2.2017, Aalto University School of Business, Arkadia Building, Valio Hall E-341, Lapuankatu 2, Helsinki Smart Energy Transition’s annual seminar presented the project’s findings and future goals: How Finland is best able to benefit from energy transition utilizing innovations, technologies and policy-making. Program 8:30 – 9:00 Coffee 9:00 – 9:05 […]
