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The development of smart energy systems will bring about opportunities to achieve environmental and social goals, but bring challenges to the way we build, renovate and operate properties and the systems within them. The introduction of smart energy systems has the potential to transform the way that we consume energy and generate electricity, forging a new relationship between demand and supply. This module will draw together the key concepts of smart energy and the built environment, putting them into the context of the current energy system and built stock. It will introduce key policies and regulations, and emphasise the potential role heating and cooling play within a smart energy system. The module will explore the performance of the built stock, and how this may be improved to support system operation, reduced costs and better services to occupants. 听听
The module will be taught through lectures, research summaries and hands-on workshops, enabling students to develop an understanding of the physical effects associated with energy and buildings, their potential role in a smart energy system, and the policy landscape. No prior knowledge of physics or social sciences will be assumed; reasonable numeracy skills are expected.
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.
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