District heating system of Beznau nuclear power station - foundation of REFUNA AG

The author describes a district heating system supplied with heat from the Beznau nuclear power stations. The system will eventually reduce heating oil consumption in the area by 16,000 tonnes/year. At present, 70,000 kW of heat are available for 8 towns totalling 15,000 inhabitants. The maximum distance from the power station is 10 km, the maximum level difference 100 m. The hot water (1200C) from the two nuclear power stations passes through a distribution network with pumping stations to homes and businesses in the area. The maximum consumption of heat (52 MW) corresponds to 1.2% of the output of the power stations. (J.S.)