The road to lockport: historical background of district heating and cooling.

Author(s) : PIERCE M. A.

Summary

The idea of district heating can be traced back to Roman hypocausts, some of which warmed multiple buildings. They were reintroduced into Europe during the Renaissance and slowly evolved into modern hot air, hot water, and steam heating systems. Major heating milestones are summarized, along with requirements to conserve fuel and abate smoke.

Details

  • Original title: The road to lockport: historical background of district heating and cooling.
  • Record ID : 1996-1937
  • Languages: English
  • Source: ASHRAE Transactions.
  • Publication date: 1995/01
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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