Aquifer Thermal Energy Storage (ATES) Reducing our dependence on fossil fuels | Cutting CO2 emissions and finding alternative sources of energy are ambitious goals. ATES, a technique for storing cold and heat, can make a major contribution to energy efficiency. Winter cold is stored underground for cooling buildings in the summer. Summer heat is stored underground using the same system, then used to heat buildings in winter.
Advantages This method can be used for commercial buildings, greenhouses, industrial buildings and residential complexes. On average, cold and heat storage supplies 80% of cooling and heating needs. Supplementary methods need only be used during extreme peaks in demand due to heat waves or prolonged cold periods. |  | Our activities We are experts in all of the technical, organisational and legal issues involved in implementing ATES solutions from start to finish, from the first quick scan through permit applications, implementation and delivery, to operation.
Like to know more? Call +31 (0)26 35 35 555 and ask for Bas Godschalk or e-mail us at b.godschalk@iftechnology.nl
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Richard Stockton College, New Jersey, USA
 In 2005, we developed the first open (ATES) system in the USA. One of the main advantages of ATES is that cooling can be provided 'directly', leading to substantially higher energy savings. Read more... Overhoeks Amsterdam, the Netherlands Oosterdokseiland, the Netherlands
 A number of offices and flats in Amsterdam will be heated and cooled by a single energy storage system. Read more... |