Maximising heat recovery in the sewer network

Abstract

This research investigates the potential for enhancing urban decarbonisation through wastewater heat recovery systems, focusing on heat recovery optimisation and integration into urban infrastructure. Wastewater, as a continuous energy source, offers a stable source for heat recovery with minimal environmental impact. The research demonstrates the optimised recovery of heat from a sewer network with 41 pipes, the application of genetic algorithms for system configuration, and the optimal locations for installing heat exchangers.