Mapping framework for thermal sources and loads in district heating and cooling

The second chapter of the DHC+ Innovators webinar series

Started in the LIFE4HeatRecovery project and further developed in the HeatMineDH and DHC SwEEtch projects, the framework presented in this webinar allows the mapping of waste heat and renewable energy sources, as well as the mapping of thermal loads for district heating expansion and development. It provides an approximate but comprehensive and quantitative screening of all options available on a given area, a key input for planning optimal DHC decarbonization and expansion. Data like yearly available heat, geographical positioning (GIS-based) and approximate time profile are provided as an output.

 

Speakers:

  • Andrea Menapace, Senior Researcher, Eurac Research
  • Gabriele Pesce, Innovation & Sustainable Finance Director, Euroheat & Power

 

About the DHC Innovators webinar series:

Discover the ideas transforming the way Europe heats and cools its cities.

The DHC Innovators webinar series brings together pioneering solutions, fresh perspectives and real-world experience from across the energy and built environment sectors. Each session features short, inspiring talks followed by lively debate and audience interaction, turning complex topics into engaging conversations.

From breakthrough technologies to new business models, join us to explore what’s next for sustainable heating and cooling and meet the people driving the transition forward.

All 6 sessions are free to attend.

 

Next sessions:

 

Upcoming events

03 - 04
November
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3 November 2026
Winter Is Coming: Vol. II
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3 - 4 November 2026
Euroheat & Power Summit 2026
Brussels
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3 November 2026
Transformation Pathways for Clean District Heating & Cooling
Brussels
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5 November 2026
Accelerating the uptake of Large Thermal Energy Storage - Q&A session 3.2 by IEA-ES Task 45
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19 November 2026
Regional market series: From pioneers to front-runners, a deep dive into Nordic DHC systems
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20 November 2026
2025 GDECA Winners Webinar
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24 - 26 November 2026
HEATEXPO 2026
Dortmund, Germany
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25 November 2026
Decarbonising Large Urban District Heating Systems
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26 November 2026
Finance the future: From plans to DHC projects
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3 December 2026
Financing the heat transition: Unlocking private capital for DHC
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Euroheat & Power Congress 2027
Marseille, France
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