University awards cogeneration bid, calls finance deal crucial

Journal Article · Mon Nov 19 04:00:00 EST 1984 · Energy User News; (United States)

OSTI ID:6111646

Maggs, J

The University of California at Santa Cruz chose a 2.6 MW cogeneration system during competitive bids because of a lease/purchase agreement and a close match in size to the university's thermal and electrical needs. The school rejected bids for a shared-savings plan and other joint-venture proposals. The winning bidder is installing a $4.07 million plant, which the university will pay for by purchasing the electricity and hot water, with costs not to exceed those charged by the utility. It will gain ownership in about 7.5 years, or sooner if utility rates rise faster than expected. The system is made up of a reciprocating engine/generator and other equipment manufactured by Transamerica Delaval.

• OSTI ID: 6111646
• Journal Information: Energy User News; (United States), Journal Name: Energy User News; (United States) Vol. 9:47; ISSN EUSND
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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