Research Article

Optimal Hierarchical Decision-Making for Heat Source Selection of District Heating Systems

Table 5

The initial construction investments of alternatives.

ItemsOil-fired
boiler
Gas-fired
boiler
Coal-fired
boiler
Ground source
heat pump
Water source
heat pump

Construction cost for terminal equipment (104 RMB)1158.031158.031158.032427.462427.46
Construction cost for pipeline (104 RMB)150150150230230
Construction cost for heat station and accessory equipment (104 RMB)33031040026181880

Total investment cost for initial construction (104 RMB)1638.031618.031708.035275.464537.46