IDEA participates in a project for the smart transition of building blocks to nZEB (near Zero Energy Buildings).
IDEA is part of the international consortium that will develop an interesting and ambitious project, COENERBUILD, which aims to develop models and software to integrate buildings as virtual power plants (BVPP) in the grid. This will not only provide flexibility but also enable the estimation of the technological performance needed from the equipment to transform these buildings into nearly Zero Energy Buildings (nZEB).
The project
COENERBUILD focuses on the development of advanced mathematical models, control algorithms, and innovative methodologies for energy optimization in buildings. The project will last for 36 months and will include the implementation of a Digital Twin to simulate and improve the energy efficiency of the involved systems.
Objective
The project seeks to address the need for a holistic approach to geographically distributed buildings as both energy consumers and producers within the energy system.
The first objective is to develop the theoretical foundation, mathematical model, and corresponding control algorithms and software for a BVPP (building virtual power plant), which monitors the operation of the HEMS (Home Energy Management System) of each building to regulate the operation of programmable and controllable loads, the energy flow within the BVPP, energy transactions with the main grid, and the relationships with the utility company.
The second objective is the development of a new methodology to determine the correct sizing of the equipment components of the BVPP.
Who participated in the project?
The COENERBUILD consortium is made up of five partners from five countries, including universities, private companies, and local governments, each covering the required expertise in various fields and with clearly defined roles.
IDEA, with its experience in Industry 5.0 and Digital Twins, leads the development of the simulation and optimization model for energy management in buildings.
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (Greece): nZEBs, energy management in buildings, energy storage.
- Frederick University (Cyprus): Smart grids, demand response, grid balancing services.
- Mineral and Energy Economy Research Institute (Poland): Energy policies and markets.
- IDEA TSG (Spain): Digital engineering solutions for energy.
- TwinO Energy (Poland): IT, energy consumption monitoring, RES (Renewable Energy Sources).
- Municipality of Basaksehir (Turkey): Conversion of buildings to nZEBs.
What impact will COENERBUILD have?
This project will represent a significant advancement in energy management for buildings, promoting the efficient use of renewable sources and optimizing energy demand. Additionally, it will help reduce energy costs, improve grid stability, and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Funding
The project has been approved under the European Clean Energy Transition Partnership (CETPartnership) call, which aims to accelerate the transition to clean energy in order to achieve the goal of climate neutrality by 2050. It is a multilateral and strategic partnership of national and regional funding programs for R&D and innovation projects in EU member states and associated countries, co-financed by the European Commission through Horizon Europe (HE).
The project has secured a grant of €181,486 from Next Generation EU, through CDTi, which will enable the development of cutting-edge technologies for energy management in urban and residential environments.
In conclusion
COENERBUILD is shaping up as a key initiative in the transition towards smart and energy-efficient buildings. Thanks to the participation of IDEA and other strategic partners, this project will contribute to the evolution of more sustainable and resilient energy models.
Mucho más que una ingeniería.
Mucho más que una ingeniería.
