Austin Energy says “Using chilled water is the ‘cool’ thing to do”, and we couldn’t agree more. Austin Energy is a publicly owned utility in Austin, Texas that delivers clean, affordable, and reliable energy through their #districtcooling system, #thermalenergy storage and distributed generation services. All of the plants in the district cooling system are designed to be #resilient, #efficient, #safe and environmentally friendly. But what’s top of mind for Austin Energy as they build their network and open new plants? 💧All major equipment, except for the water chillers, has a spare in case of equipment failure to ensure security 💧The water chiller plant is shut down and turned off from 3 to 6 pm to help reduce the overall load on the electrical grid and promote resiliency. During this time, customers are served by the thermal ice storage system 💧All underground chilled water piping 24” and below is pre-insulated carbon steel piping Learn more about Austin Energy’s district energy system in the link in the comments.
International District Energy Association
Non-profit Organizations
Westborough, Massachusetts 4,229 followers
Enabling a faster path to net zero through evolving, emissions-friendly, efficient and reliable district energy solution
About us
The International District Energy Association (IDEA) is a nonprofit industry association that is committed to building a faster path to net zero by advancing district energy, an emission-friendly, cost-effective, reliable and efficient energy system. IDEA has more than 2,500 members from over 25 countries that provide heating and cooling services to as many as 200 buildings in a district, serving cities and municipalities, college and university campuses, healthcare facilities, airports, military bases and industry around the world. IDEA was founded in 1909.
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http://www.districtenergy.org
External link for International District Energy Association
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Westborough, Massachusetts
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1909
- Specialties
- District Energy, Sustainability, Reliability, and Renewables
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1800 West Park Drive
Suite 350
Westborough, Massachusetts 01581, US
Employees at International District Energy Association
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Campus spotlight 🔦: At Princeton University two popular fields are now back open for students, with a brand-new energy system hidden underneath. The fields were a work in progress over the summer as the university completed a large-scale utility project including stormwater management and #geoexchange. Princeton is a great example of how universities and colleges are using #districtenergy to meet their #sustainability goals. As the campus works to achieve #carbonneutrality by 2046, IDEA is proud to help by advancing the use of geo-exchange and heat pump technology. By drilling over 2,000 geo-exchange bores and installing over 13 miles of distribution piping, Princeton will have a closed-loop system that acts as a thermal “piggybank.” Heat-pumps will then retrieve this thermal energy, heat or cool it, and pump it into campus buildings. Read more here: https://ow.ly/As4p50Tvw1e
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We are proud to support IDEA member Vicinity Energy and their involvement at the Museum of Science in Boston. Vicinity took part in the opening of a new exhibit, Innovation, Earth, that is focused on what the world will look like in a #netzero future. #Districtenergy is a vital part of the past, present and future of #sustainablecities, and we’re excited to see the progress from our members on advancing #decarbonization goals and #educational tools for the up-and-coming generation.
Last week, the Vicinity team attended the unveiling of a new exhibit at the Museum of Science in Boston. The new exhibit, Innovation: Earth, is an immersive and interactive experience that explores how we will travel, eat, work, and play in a carbon-neutral future. President of the Museum Tim Ritchie delivered opening remarks, highlighting how the exhibit aligns with the Museum’s Year of the Earthshot theme. He emphasized that the exhibit is about hope, focusing on how we can address the climate crisis by learning actionable solutions that inspire personal transformation. Thank you to the museum for having us! Vicinity is proud to play a part in the vision of a decarbonized future for Boston and Cambridge. #MuseumofScience #carbonfree #decarbonization
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Looking forward to this conversation at the National Summit on CHP next week and reconnecting with friends and colleagues. #CHPSummit2024 #districtenergy #combinedheatandpower International District Energy Association
Are you interested in decarbonizing the buildings sector? Join us at #CHPSummit2024 to learn about how CHP can help to decarbonize buildings of all kinds while protecting critical services against dangerous power sectors. Our panel "From Airports to Universities: Reliable Energy for the Building Sector" will highlight case studies from across the buildings sector and offer insights on policies that promote CHP as a key decarbonization solution. The speakers will include: - Rob Thornton of International District Energy Association - Patrick Burke of Morristown Medical Center - Scott D. Wibeto of Ameresco - Jay Wrobel of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) - Uday Purani of INNIO Group as the moderator. Register for the Summit here today: https://lnkd.in/e6y-dvBg
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IDEA is a proud sponsor of #CHPSummit2024! We hope to see you September 24 & 25 to discuss the major issues shaping the future of CHP in the United States. Register to attend at https://lnkd.in/ePaPXX5W 🎟️
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IDEA is pleased to support World Cogeneration Day, today, September 4th. #WorldCogenerationDay
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#DYK #datacenters and sewers produce vast amounts of heat as a by-product of their operations? This heat has the potential to become a key energy source to help us advance the #energytransition and reach #netzero goals, and district energy technology can make it happen. #Districtenergy systems can turn the #wasteheat from these sources into district steam, which buildings, including offices, apartment complexes, and college campuses can use for heat in the winter. This innovative process allows district energy to play a pivotal role in reducing communities’ carbon emissions. Swipe for more information on district energy’s impact on waste heat recovery.
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Over the last few years, we have seen a massive increase in the implementation of #AI throughout different industries, and #districtenergy is no exception! From EMPOWER’s use of AI to help optimize electricity consumption and increase energy #efficiency for their Thermal Energy Storage (TES) system to Veolia’s newest AI tool that will help reduce peak loads and increase heat delivery capacity on their district energy system, the IDEA team loves to hear about the ways members are using this #technology. Comment below to share the ways your organization has used AI to increase #decarbonization efforts.
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Meet Joan Kowal - IDEA’s new Chair! Joan has adopted the theme “fostering #innovation through diversity” for her term, and in her introductory address as Chair, she noted, “one simple definition of #diversity is being composed of different elements. It is a perfect description of our industry and IDEA.” Joan’s broad and deep industry experience in utilities, engineering, planning, and sustainability, including her current role at Jacobs, makes her an ideal person to lead the IDEA Board forward during the energy transition as we serve thousands of #districtenergy professionals worldwide. Please join us in congratulating Joan on her election to IDEA Chair and learn more about her plans for her term for the coming year here: https://lnkd.in/dVf9VAWV
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An #innovative district energy system by Enwave Energy Corporation for a neighborhood in Canada is now getting a new investment to bring #lowcarbon heating and cooling to more than 300 homes. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Green Municipal Fund will invest $8.7M in an earth-coupled ambient loop thermal energy network that will help Enwave provide low-carbon heating and cooling in the Berczy Glen community, developed by Mattamy Homes, in the city of Markham, Ontario. The system supports Markham’s goal of becoming a #net-zero emissions city by 2050 and shows the key role #districtenergy is playing in the energy transition – its ability to bring low-carbon energy to cities and networks of buildings at scale, while still maintaining reliable, resilient and efficient energy supply. You can learn more about the new community here: https://lnkd.in/ea4RZzCi
Canada, FCM energizes first-of-its-kind net-zero neighbourhood in Markham, ON with $8.7 million investment
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