Power up: Considerations to help understand the potential of cogeneration

Combined heat and power (CHP), also known as cogeneration, converts one form of energy to two usable forms, typically heat and power. By simultaneously producing onsite electricity and heat, cogeneration systems can provide reliable energy at reduced overall costs. Cogeneration is a very effective pathway to executing decarbonization strategies when coupled with renewable natural gas (RNG) or other low-carbon fuels.  Cogeneration systems are most effective in facilities with balanced electrical and thermal loads, such as those found in the oil, gas, chemicals, education, healthcare and heavy industrial manufacturing industries. The reasons for adding a cogeneration system to a facility incl

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