Suitability analysis for Lhasa heating techniques

Considering the characteristics of abundant solar energy resources, scarce mineral energy and fragile ecological environment in Lhasa, by analysing the climate conditions, energy supply situation, building characteristics and thermal load characteristics, compares various heating schemes of utilizing conventional energy sources such as natural gas and electricity. The results show that the urban central heating and large-scale district heating are not suitable in Lhasa and that the decentralized heating system should be adopted for satisfying the demand of indoor thermal comfort, reducing energy consumption and pollutant emissions and protecting local ecological environment.