Utility involvement in cogeneration and small power production since PURPA

Journal Article · Sun Sep 01 04:00:00 EDT 1985 · Power Eng.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6183431

Hallaron, S A

One of the objectives of PURPA was more efficient energy production through cogeneration and the use of renewable resources. Under PURPA regulations, cogeneration and small power-producing plants may file for qualifying status to receive benefits allowed by the National Energy Act. There has been a steady increase in the number of qualifying facilities (QFs) and some electric utilities have increased ownership of small power-producing facilities as well as electric purchases from QFs. QFs are not only exempt from federal and state utility regulations under PURPA, but they also may be eligible for an exemption from the provisions of the Fuel Use Act of 1978 which prohibits or limits use of oil and natural gas in power plants and other major fuel-burning installations. To obtain QF status under PURPA, small power-producing facilities are limited to a capacity of 80 MW or less and must use some combination of biomass, waste, geothermal, or other renewable resource as the primary energy source. Cogenerators are not limited in size or fuel. The purchase of electricity from cogenerators and small power producers can be an attractive alternative for utilities in meeting future demands.

• Research Organization: Sargent and Lundy Engineers
• OSTI ID: 6183431
• Journal Information: Power Eng.; (United States), Journal Name: Power Eng.; (United States) Vol. 89:9; ISSN POENA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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