Energy conservation through industrial cogeneration. Final report
Industrial cogeneration is a method by which manufacturers can generate electricity on site, using the energy which cannot be converted into electricity for heating. A summary of the findings of previous studies on cogeneration is given. Several questions remain unanswered by these studies. One factor that has been neglected until now is the amount of energy required to produce cogeneration equipment. Calculations, therefore, are presented on the estimated energy payback time for various-sized cogeneration plants. This payback time can be used to compare the efficacy of investments in cogeneration equipment with other conservation investments. Estimates of the rates of return available on investments in cogeneration equipment are calculated and displayed. The effect of a 20% investment tax credit for cogeneration equipment and its possible drawbacks are discussed. (MCW)
- Research Organization:
- Illinois Univ., Urbana (USA)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE
- OSTI ID:
- 6262309
- Report Number(s):
- COO--2893-7
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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