District energy - Let's unlock the grid

Date: 5 September - 20 October, 2023

Location: Online

Building engineers are facing a dual crisis across climate and energy. To assist professionals like you, Danfoss is hosting a district energy live stream.

The rapid progress of district energy comes with a host of flexible solutions, like small and large grids, and options to extend and enhance existing networks. But this rapid pace and global ambition leaves many experts with questions. Can existing supply chains handle increased pressure? Is there a way to develop networks effectively while delivering safety and comfort for the end user? Moreover, how can we maximize the use of renewable resources to deliver reliable and safe heating?

If you are wondering what district energy means for your network operation or planned renovation, then join our live stream.

Our experts will share their views and answer audience questions live. Be sure to bring your questions and sign up today!

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Speakers

Jonas Loholm, Director, business development

Jonas joined Danfoss in April 2018. In addition to his role at Danfoss, he is a passionate runner. Currently, Jonas is responsible for developing hydronic optimisation solutions in areas like software, district energy, and large heat pumps, sector integration, and development of new business models. Previously, Jonas worked with developing lighthouses and developed Danfoss’ position in new markets such as vertical farming and data centres. Jonas has gained experience in both fields and worked, among others, for the Danish Ministry of Environment & Food, Mazars Consulting, and General Electric (GE). Jonas holds a master’s degree in European Affairs from Sciences Po.

Saška Rihtaršič, Vice president District Energy

Saška Rihtaršič has been part of Danfoss for 24 years. As a mechanical engineer, she joined the company in 1999 as a supply chain coordinator, for the past few years she headed the development department, and this year she took up a new position as Vice president for district energy in the Danfoss Hydronics division. Saška is passionate about digitalisation, end-to-end optimisation, and modernisation of district heating technology, particularly the 4th generation of district heating, which enables and supports integration of variable energy resources, particularly renewables and waste energy.

Dmitry Bochkalov, Senior Director District Energy Substations

Dmitry joined Danfoss in May 2000 and has been based in Slovenia since 2010. Football is his main passion outside of working hours. Currently, Dmitry is responsible for developing Danfoss' Stations business. His primary focus is traditional District Energy, with an emphasis on cooperation with DHUs. Additionally, he is responsible for identifying possible synergies within areas such as large heat pumps, sector integration, and waste heat utilisation. Throughout his 23 years at Danfoss, Dmitry has held various positions in Sales, Product Portfolio Management, and Business Development. Before assuming responsibility for Stations, he headed the Business Development department in District Energy. Dmitry holds an engineering degree in Industrial Heating Systems.

Milan Jungic, Product portfolio director

After 13 years working in fields of District Energy, Water Distribution and ESCO, Milan Jungic, joined Danfoss in 2016. Milan started as business developer in District Energy business, focused on software and digital solutions for monitoring & optimization. Today Milan is the Head of Controls & Meters Digital Portfolio in District Energy segment, honored to head a great & skilled team which is responsible for electronic & digital portfolio of control components and energy meters for District Energy systems. He is a Bachelor of Organisational Sciences - direction Information Technologies and now has 18 years of experience in field of District Energy automation and optimisation solutions. Outside his work, he's a partner, a father, "do it yourself" guy and enjoys being active as much as possible in several hobby activities.

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Webinars

Webinar 1 – Production and network optimisation - Sep 21st 1PM

With fluctuating energy prices, CO2 and price pressure, and multiple district-energy sources, it’s no secret that every system is under pressure to run at its best. Join our live stream to discuss and debate how we can each optimise distributed heat production, operations and network design, without compromising on safety or comfort.

Webinar 2 – Waste heat integration into district energy - Oct 5th 1PM

The integration of waste heat into district energy is being propelled by legislation, climate neutrality goals, and gas resilience. This is leaving professionals with questions. How can we design units for reliability? How can waste heat be managed alongside standard heat production units? How will these changes impact the network at large? Join our live webinar and contribute to the discussion.

Webinar 3 – Digital end-to-end optimization - Oct 19th 1PM

Digitalisation is key to unlocking the potential of district energy, and professionals are looking to understand how. How to navigate operations within the electricity market? How digitalisation can help streamline network operations, and manage heat consumption in a more holistic way? How to handle non-commissioned stations? Join us as we break down these complex topics, discuss the possibilities, and debate the questions.

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Titan™ by Danfoss

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Differential pressure, flow and temperature controllers

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HRU - Heat Recovery Unit

The Danfoss Heat Recovery Unit helps to eliminate the technical challenges of managing heat recovery.
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HRU - Heat Recovery Unit

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Substations

Substations are house heating systems or units in apartments that handle heat transfer from district heating pipes into your home to get hot water and heat on demand.