thermal storage

Thermal Storage Technology

Thermal Storage Technology Assessment This technology assessment was sparked by a strong interest in using thermal storage to supplement home heating systems. Thermal storage can take many forms: water storage tanks that allow residents to burn wood more efficiently; a storage tank for an electric heating system to enable off-peak power use; storing heat gathered…

Thermal Mass Study

Thermal Mass Study Thermal mass is the ability of a material to absorb and store heat energy, which can be useful when it comes to cold climate housing. This project clarifies the role of thermal mass in housing and includes a literature review and energy modeling with IDA Indoor Climate and Energy (ICE) software. The goal…