District heating and cooling

District heating and cooling systems form the backbone of modern urban infrastructure, enabling the efficient transfer of heat and cold between energy sources and customer needs. This textbook delves into the interdisciplinary nature of the technology, addressing everything from energy markets and customer demand to load variations and environmental impact. It also explores the engineering fundamentals of combustion, heat transfer, piping networks, substation dynamics, system functioning, and the economic considerations critical to planning and historical development. Aimed at a broad audience, the book offers a solid introduction to the principles of district heating and cooling, making it a valuable resource for engineers, university students, and professionals working in the sector. Urban planners, economists, and policymakers will also appreciate the concise yet comprehensive treatment of the subject, which illuminates both current practices and future trends in this essential area of technological innovation.