Combined Heat and Power (CHP)

 
 
 
 

Installing CHP is a way of making savings when compared to traditional systems. Due to the high fuel efficiency of CHP plants, the carbon dioxide emissions per kWh of electricity or heat generated are relatively low. A well-designed and operated CHP plant will therefore improve energy efficiency and significantly reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

For further information about CHP please visit the links below.

About the Technology
CHP is the co-generation of heat and electricity, in which the heat produced, is used for hot water or steam.

CHP Suitability
CHP is not an all-purpose solution and its suitability needs to be checked carefully.

Financial Incentives
There are financial incentives for installing CHP, in addition to saving energy costs.

Micro–CHP
A Micro-CHP unit is a miniature CHP unit.

Key Links
Links to associated websites and details of key publications.

 

 
 

Combined Heat and Power

 
 
 
 
 
 

Publications

 
 
 
 
Micro-CHP Accelerator - Interim Report - Executive summary
This summary provides an overview of the findings, analysis and implications of the Micro-CHP Accelerator to policy developers, device manufacturers, suppliers and installers of Micro-CHP technologies

Energy management case study - Ryobi
With help from the Carbon Trust, Ryobi Aluminium Castings Ltd installed a Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant at its Carrickfergus factory, as well as a number of other energy saving measures.

Combined heat and power for buildings
This guide contains information on the design, selection, installation and operation of CHP in buildings. The guide will be of interest to building services engineers designing new buildings, refur…