The D2Grids project developed a set of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess the readiness of 5th generation district heating and cooling (5GDHC) grids. These KPIs were defined through workshops and sprint sessions with technical partners and expert groups, assessing each one of the 5 principles of 5GDHC of the DHC system. These principles include:

1. Internal exchange,
2. Energy quality match,
3. Demand-drivenness and decentralisation,
4. Integration of all energy flows and 5) Proximity to energy sources.

After getting more data and feedback from D2Grids pilot sites, a second sprint session was organised to finally define and adjust all these KPIs.   Through these sprint sessions, the team was able to define a comprehensive set of KPIs that are designed to assess the readiness of DHC (...)

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