Because it is an efficient process,
using far more of the available energy in a fuel than either
traditional power or heat generation methods, CHP is inherently
better for the environment. Rather than escape up the chimney,
the excess heat produced during the combustion process can be
used to provide hot water or drive an absorption chiller for
air conditioning.
With Cogenco’s lean burn technology and computerised generator
engine management systems CHP becomes even more cost-effective, energy
efficient and environmentally friendly. Each unit of heat and power
generated using a Cogenco system means less
CO2
released
to the atmosphere.
And by producing electricity where it is needed, rather than in a
remote
power station there are no transmission losses. |
Environment
There has been much scientific analysis and thinking which directly blames high
CO2 emissions in the industrial world for global warming. By the Kyoto
Agreement many countries in the developed world have set targets for the reduction
of
CO2 emissions. Greater use of CHP would contribute significantly to
protecting the environment by reducing CO2 emissons. For example,
a Cogenco 725kWe
unit
fuelled by standard natural gas shows an annual saving of 1500 tonnes of CO2
over
conventional electricity generation of gas-fired boilers.
Direct financial benefits
There is a clear economic argument for using Cogenco CHP systems,
with cheaper heat and power from day one and amortisation of capital
investment in as little as two years. Indeed, using Cogenco’s
leasing options it is possible simply to pay for the power used
without making any capital investment – and with the cost agreed
in advance you can be certain that you are saving money. Please contact Cogenco
and allow us to conduct an energy use audit and calculation of
saving if you switch to CHP. In most cases the feasibility studies
are carried out FREE of charge. |
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