Energy flexibility of residential buildings using electric heat storage

This project proposes to model the energy environment of a typical Canadian multi-dwelling building and to develop a mechanism for optimized management of the energy consumed under different operating conditions. The model will allow to simulate the energy needs during winter periods and to quantify the flexibility potentials. It will also explore management modes by considering new tariff structures while keeping adequate conditions for the occupants. The researchers will build the thermal model of an apartment block including thermal storage elements for each unit, perform the sizing of the thermal accumulators using convex optimization tools and evaluate the flexibility potential of the building in a heating system interruption scenario.

Faculty Supervisor:

Kodjo Agbossou

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Partner:

Universidad Santo Tomás

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Energy and Utilities; Clean Technology

University:

Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières

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