FLEXIBLE ENERGY MANAGEMENT & STORAGE
Future proofing our energy supply
As we use more energy than ever before, our electricity, heating and cooling infrastructure is struggling to keep up – especially at peak hours.
IRIS Smart Cities explores ways to meet needs at reasonable costs with smart energy management systems, new storage techniques and connecting renewables.
What’s in it for me?
A world of wonderful new appliances and electric vehicles is only possible with smarter and more flexible energy management. Replacing major infrastructure is extremely costly – and often passed onto the consumer.
Unlocking new opportunities for renewable energy use
Avoiding power cuts, waste and shortages
Cost savings for utilities and consumers
IRIS Smart Cities initiatives in action
Flexible electricity grid networks
Achieving more…with less! Energy management tools and new storage solutions make installation and use of renewables stress-free and more stable than ever before.
Multi-sourced district heating
Low temperature district heating benefits from excess heat and consumes far less energy than traditional systems. Reduces carbon emissions and integrates well with renewable energy sources.
2nd life batteries
Batteries are reconditioned rather than disposed of. Using them in buildings boosts electricity grid flexibility promoting circular economy solutions with and a low environmental footprint.
Resources
Urban inspiration
Infographic
Factsheets
Webinars
Deliverables
Academic papers
Get in touch
Any questions
info@irissmartcities.eu
Roel Massink
Project Coordinator IIRIS Smart Cities
Gemeente Utrecht
Ontwikkelorganisatie Ruimte
PO Box 16200, 3500 CE Utrecht
Stadsplateau 1, Utrecht, The Netherland
