Mercy Hospital and Medical Center savings put at $325,000 for 1986

Journal Article · · Cogeneration; (United States)

OSTI ID:6825177

Hobbs, R E

Mercy Hospital and Medical Center in San Diego cut its electricity cost by about $130,000 last year, despite a 40% cut in utility off-peak rates, to save $195,000 in the cost of producing steam. Phase 1 of the conservation program focused on repairing systems and upgrading maintenance programs. The second phase expanded the program following completion of a technical energy audit to take advantage of government incentives for installing energy-efficient lighting, motors, and other equipment. A cogeneration plant, powered by a natural gas-fueled Saturn turbine generator set, produces both electricity and steam for hospital use.

• OSTI ID: 6825177
• Journal Information: Cogeneration; (United States), Journal Name: Cogeneration; (United States) Vol. 4:2; ISSN COGEE
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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