Packaged CHP
What is Packaged CHP?
Packaged CHP are designed and supplied as complete units that can easily be connect to a building’s electrical and heating systems. Typically these units range in size from generating 50 kWe to over 1 MWe generating capacity. They are usually provided with an integrated remote monitoring and control system.
What are the advantages?
- Simple to integrate into site utilities
- Fit and forget system
- Lower training requirements
What technologies are used?
Packaged CHP typically use well known technologies, current development favours reciprocating internal combustion engines. Other technologies with development potential are fuel cells, and micro gas turbines.
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