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Large-Scale Thermal Studies and Learnings

Large-scale thermal energy systems, such as community thermal energy networks (CTENs), are an emerging decarbonization solution for New York’s buildings, especially large facilities and multi-building campuses. In recent years, NYSERDA has helped advance research and analysis of the technical potential and feasibility of large-scale thermal projects.

Access and review the reports and resources below to learn more.

Step-by-step resources are available to help you learn more about the benefits and potential of geothermal heat pumps and how to move forward with a large-scale thermal project for your building(s).

STEP 1

Understand the Potential

 

You might be interested in community heat pumps if you are a city planner, municipal water or sewer manager, campus facility operator, or real estate developer.

You should consider learning more about community heat pumps if:

  • You’re interested in improving the sustainability of your community.
  • You want to reduce carbon emissions.
  • You seek to lower facility operating costs.
  • You are looking to reduce maintenance requirements for HVAC systems.
  • You’re seeking a reliable and safe method to efficiently heat and cool your buildings.

STEP 2

Build consensus and Get Support for Project

 

If you think your facility or campus could be a technical fit for a community heat pump system, the next step is to explore potential ownership and business models.

How do you get institutional buy-in for a community heat pump project?

What business models are a good fit to monetize your system?

STEP 3

Get the Help Needed and Learn About Funding by Recruiting a Solution Provider

 

Are you ready to engage a solution provider to develop a feasibility study, do a detailed engineering design, or install the project?

Resources are available to you to help support this process.


As data center investment continues to accelerate in New York State, ensuring data centers provide important co-benefits such as waste heat that can be used to cleanly, efficiently, and affordably heat and cool our buildings will be a critical step. Thermal energy networks can play a pivotal role in delivering these waste heat resources at scale. The report provides a high level framework for how to leverage and plan for these emerging opportunities.

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