District heating networks are among the sustainable ways to distribute renewable heat. However, integrating buildings into these networks poses significant challenges, particularly regarding energy efficiency and performance.  

This webinar aims to delve into the benefits of implementing digital solutions at the building and energy district level to enhance the energy performance of buildings and discuss the necessity and complexities of preparing buildings to connect to new generation district heating systems, with a focus on leveraging digitalisation.  

State-of-the-art research and current policy aspects referring to the topic will be featured in this session. The innovative approaches and solutions proposed by selected EU-funded projects will also be presented.  

Agenda:

• Welcome and agenda – Laura Junasova, Euroheat & Power 

• Keynote - Introduction to the topic of energy efficiency and DHC – Anna Marszal-Pomianowska, AAU  

• The EU Innovation Projects’ contribution to energy efficiency through digitalisation

  • DigiBUILD: Using digital twins for district heating optimal management: A Spanish use case - José L. Hernández García, CARTIF 

  • BuildON: AI-based holistic control services to improve building performance - Sofia Mulero, CARTIF 

  • SRI-ENACT: Co-creating Tools & Services for Smart Readiness Indicator uptake - Stamatia Rizou, Singular Logic 

• Efficient buildings in the Fit for 55 – Remi Collombet, EuroACE  

• Panel Discussion and Q&A – moderated by Laura Junasova, Euroheat & Power  

• Closing Remarks