nPro can be used for a wide range of district energy systems. The following case studies show how the nPro tool can be used to model, size, and evaluate heating and cooling supply systems.
Application examples
The case studies examine different energy supply concepts and illustrate typical steps in the planning of district energy systems – from calculating energy demands and sizing generation units to designing district heating networks.
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District heating network with solar thermal support Planning of a conventional district heating network with central heat generation and solar thermal support.
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Electrolyzer with heat feed-in to a district heating network Analysis of a sector-coupled energy system in which waste heat from an electrolyzer is fed into a district heating network.
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5GDHC network in a mixed-use district Planning of a 5GDHC network (anergy network) for the heating and cooling supply of a district with different building types.
"The software is great for quick sizing of district heating networks, especially in districts with existing buildings."
The examples therefore illustrate not only individual features, but the entire planning process for a district energy system within a single software solution.
nPro user groups
The applications shown are particularly relevant for companies that develop energy concepts, plan district heating networks, or investigate future energy supply systems:
"We use nPro for the planning of complex district projects and are thrilled! The intuitive operation, fast calculations and clear results significantly facilitate our work. A reliable and powerful tool that optimally supports our projects."