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How to estimate payback from cogeneration systems - quickly

Journal Article · · Power; (United States)
OSTI ID:5890728
Explains a method for comparing the cost of cogenerating steam and electricity with the cost of the more traditional approach of producing on-site steam and purchasing electric power from a utility. Fundamental differences between cogeneration plants and conventional steam plants are given. Main costs that need to be determined for the comparison are steam-production, offset power from the utility, cogenerated electric power, and incremental capital. Presents calculations for determining differences in capital and operating costs.
Research Organization:
H.K. Ferguson Co.
OSTI ID:
5890728
Journal Information:
Power; (United States), Journal Name: Power; (United States) Vol. 126:126; ISSN POWEA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English