AnergieLeichtGemacht - Development of Scalable Implementation Models for Geothermal Anergy Networks to Decarbonize the Building Sector

The project develops standardized technical, organizational, and financial implementation models for anergy networks to enable sustainable heating solutions in cities and municipalities. By identifying suitable settlement typologies, analyzing existing framework conditions, and engaging stakeholders, scalable solutions are created. The goal is to reduce planning and implementation barriers and facilitate investments in local anergy networks.

Short Description

Starting point / motivation

Austria aims to achieve climate neutrality by 2040, with the building sector playing a key role. In existing areas not connected to district heating networks, viable solutions for decarbonizing heat supply are lacking. Anergy networks offer great potential as they utilize renewable energy sources and enable both heating and cooling.

However, standardized implementation models that facilitate broad application across different settlement typologies are currently missing. The challenge lies in developing technical, organizational, and economic models that enable the scaling of this innovative energy supply concept.

Contents and goals

The project aims to develop replicable implementation models for anergy networks that can be applied in different spatial and organizational contexts. The focus is on existing urban areas where conventional district heating solutions are not feasible.

In addition to technical planning, the project will also address legal, financial, and organizational frameworks to involve municipal actors, energy service providers, and private investors in the implementation process. Close collaboration with municipalities ensures that the developed models align with real-world requirements.

Methods

The project follows a practical and participatory approach. Initially, existing settlement typologies are analyzed, and suitable use cases are identified. In these cases, technical solutions are developed and their economic feasibility is assessed. Simultaneously, a legal and organizational analysis is conducted to define suitable operating models. The results are discussed in stakeholder workshops and later validated in real-world model regions. Finally, findings will be compiled and disseminated through targeted knowledge transfer activities.

Expected results

The project will deliver practical implementation models for anergy networks that are both technically and economically viable. This includes scalable business and organizational models that can be applied in various municipal structures.

Additionally, policy recommendations for legal and institutional adjustments will be provided to overcome existing barriers. Through multiplication efforts, the developed models will be made accessible to a broad range of stakeholders, thereby accelerating the decarbonization of the building sector.

Project Partners

Project management

e7 energy innovation & engineering

Project or cooperation partners

AIT Austrian Institute of Technology
AEE INTEC
Energieagentur Tirol
SIR – Salzburg Institut für Raumordnung und Wohnen
Geothermie Österreich (GTÖ)

Contact Address

e7 energy innovation & engineering
Gerhard Hofer
Hasengasse 12/2
A-1100 Vienna
Tel.: +43 (1) 907 80 26
E-mail: gerhard.hofer@e-sieben.at
Web: www.e-sieben.at