Course AEG294

Positive Energy Districts

3 Credits
Second Cycle

Starts week 17, 2026

The course covers four aspects of positive energy districts. The first aspect is definition and context of positive energy districts in different regions. The second aspect focuses on planning and simulation tools of positive energy districts. This part also contains the introduction of available technologies for developing positive energy districts. The third aspect discusses impact assessment and social engagement issue of positive energy districts. The fourth aspect deals with implementation and replication strategies of positive energy districts towards carbon-neutral cities. 

Starts and ends:
week 17, 2026 - week 18, 2026
Study Rate:
100%
Location:
Borlänge
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Normal
Language:
English
Other:
Only for Exchange Students (Erasmus)
Entry Qualifications :
  • Bachelors Degree 180 credits in Architecture, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Urban Planning and English 6
Application Code:
HDA-V3SGF
Main field of study:
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Course Coordinator
Xingxing Zhang

Starts week 39, 2026

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • describe positive energy district concepts in different contexts.
  • design, plan and simulate positive energy districts.
  • evaluate the impact of positive energy districts.
  • explain positive energy districts at an appropriate level for various recipients in society.
  • develop plans for implementation and replication of positive energy districts.
  • discuss, respond and give constructive criticism in order to further develop the area of knowledge.
Starts and ends:
week 39, 2026 - week 40, 2026
Study Rate:
100%
Location:
Borlänge
Time of Day:
Day
Teaching form:
Normal
Language:
English
Other:
Only for Exchange Students (Erasmus)
Entry Qualifications :
  • Bachelors Degree 180 credits in Architecture, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Urban Planning and English 6
Application Code:
HDA-H3SVJ
Main field of study:
Literature List

Literature lists are published at the latest one month ahead of the course start date.

To Literature List
How may we help you?

Ask us about studying at Dalarna University.
support@du.se
+46 23-77 80 00

Course Coordinator
Xingxing Zhang