Techno-economic analysis of the viability of thermal energy storage within Hamilton’s Bayfront Industrial Area

Thermal Energy Storage (TES) systems are emerging technologies with the ability to capture, store and redistribute heat. TES technologies are described as a critical component of low-carbon energy systems as they overcome temporal and geographic barriers for the use of excess energy within an energy grid. Hamilton Community Enterprises (HCE) is currently investigating the parameters required to implement a resilient thermal corridor with the ability to capture excess thermal energy from industrial processes, and redistribute the energy for use in space heating by surrounding buildings. HCE and the Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk College are completing a techno-economic analysis of TES solutions to determine the viability, and best use-case, of TES for deployment within Hamilton’s Bayfront Industrial Area to support consistent thermal supply. TES solutions will be analyzed based on technical system requirements, environmental impacts and socio-economic benefits. Research findings will support HCE’s thermal corridor R&D efforts.

Faculty Supervisor:

Nicolai Strabac

Student:

Partner:

Hamilton Community Enterprises

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Utilities

University:

Mohawk College of Applied Arts and Technology

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