Practically-Achievable Energy Savings with the Optimal Control of Stratified Water Heaters with Predicted Usage

Residential water heaters use a substantial amount of electrical energy and contribute to 25% of the energy usage in the residential sector. This raises concern for users in countries with flat rate electricity fees and where fossil fuels are used for electricity generation. Demand side management o...

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Main Authors: Michael J. Ritchie, Jacobus A.A. Engelbrecht, Marthinus J. Booysen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/14/7/1963