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Project Code [2007-S-ET-3]

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Project title

Smart Heating System for Green Homes

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

Cork Institute of Technology (CIT)

Lead Applicant

Tom O'Mahony

Project Abstract

The residential sector consumes approximately 20% of Ireland?s total energy consumption, consequently energy efficiency has been one focus of recent publicity campaigns e.g. ?power of one?. In a typical home, space heating accounts for approximately 50% of the energy used. New developments are ?greener? though the construction materials and heating control technology (zoned heating) utilised, but older residences remain inefficient. This aim of this proposal is to design and demonstrate a retrofit for older domestic central heating systems to achieve energy efficiency. The design will combine heating zones with a smart predictive heating control for a comfortable, sustainable living environment.

Grant Approved

�37,300.00

Research Hub

Sustainability

Research Theme

Socio-Economic Considerations

Start Date

01/10/2007

Initial Projected Completion Date

01/08/2009