Guide to Combined Heat and Power Systems for Boiler Owners and Operators

Description

Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Oak Ridge National Laboratory. US Departament of Energy. ORNL/TM-2004/ 144. July 30, 2004. 209 p. The primary objective of the guide is to present information needed to evaluate the viability of cogeneration for new or existing ICI boiler installations and to make informed CHP equipment selection decisions. Information presented is meant to help boiler owners and operators understand the potential benefits derived from implementing a CHP project and recognize opportunities for successful application of cogeneration technology. Topics covered in the guide follow: - an overview of cogeneration technology with discussions about; - benefits of applying cogeneration technology; - barriers to implementing cogeneration technology; - applicable federal regulations and permitting issues; - descriptions of prime movers commonly used in CHP applications, including discussions about: - design characteristics; - heat-recovery options and equipment; - fuels and emissions; - efficiency; - maintenance; - availability; - capital cost; - electrical generators and electrical interconnection equipment; - cooling and dehumidification equipment; - thermodynamic cycle options and configurations; - steps for evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of applying cogeneration technology; - information sources.