20th International Symposium on District Heating and Cooling
The International Symposium on District Heating and Cooling (DHC) is the leading international conference for research and innovation in the field of DHC. It brings together experts from academia, industry and public institutions from around the world.
Organizer
Energieinstitut an der Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, under the auspicies of IEA DHC (the International Energy Agency's Technology Collaboration Programme on District Heating and Cooling).
Content Description
With around 200 to 300 international participants expected, the Symposium will provide a platform to present innovative research, discuss opportunities and challenges in district heating and cooling and strengthen international exchange within the global DHC community.
More information at the event website
Call for abstracts
The Call for Abstracts is open until 14 December 2026.
Program
Preliminary program
- Sunday, 5 September 2027: Welcome Reception
- Monday, 6 September 2027:
- Welcome & Opening
- Keynote Speeches
- Parallel Sessions: technical and scientific presentations
- Evening Event: Conference Dinner
- Tuesday, 7 September 2027:
- Parallel Sessions: technical and scientific presentations
- Awards & Closing Session
- Closing Reception
- Wednesday, 8 September 2027: Technical Tour – Site Visits
Target Audience
District Heating and Cooling Experts from research, industry and institutions
Contact Address
Energieinstitut an der Johannes Kepler Universität Linz
E-Mail: ieadhc2027@energieinstitut-linz.at