Co-Generation
Combined heat and power solutions for facilities that can benefit from on-site electricity and thermal energy generation.
Combined Heat & Power (CHP)
Co-generation, or combined heat and power (CHP), is a highly efficient approach to generating electricity and useful thermal energy from a single fuel source. For the right facilities, CHP can significantly reduce energy costs and improve reliability.
How Co-Generation Works
Traditional power plants waste significant energy as heat. CHP systems capture this thermal energy for useful purposes like heating, cooling, or industrial processes. This can achieve total system efficiencies of 60-80%, compared to 45-50% for conventional separate generation of electricity and heat.
Our Co-Generation Services
- Feasibility Studies – Assess whether CHP makes sense for your facility.
- Equipment Sourcing – Connect you with qualified CHP equipment providers.
- Project Development – Guide you through the development process.
- Implementation Support – Coordinate with contractors and utilities.
- Ongoing Optimization – Monitor and optimize system performance.
Ideal Candidates for CHP
Co-generation typically works best for facilities with:
- Consistent electric and thermal loads
- High annual operating hours (5,000+)
- Access to natural gas
- Space for equipment installation
Common applications include hospitals, universities, industrial facilities, hotels, and large commercial buildings.
Evaluate CHP for Your Facility
Talk to us about whether co-generation could benefit your operations.