Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems are a sustainable energy solution ideal for businesses with high electricity and hot water demand, such as hotels, spas and swimming pools. They’re also a sustainable solution for the cleaning of food-use tankers and equipment.
Our hydrogen-ready CHP systems work by taking gas and converting it into electricity, with the additional benefit of producing free hot water as a biproduct.
While CHP systems boast over 80% efficiency ratings vs conventional heating and energy supplies, it is vital that they are maintained regularly to ensure they run as efficiently as possible and continue delivering significant savings for their 20+ years lifespan.
Reduce your energy costs with CHP
Installing a CHP solution in a commercial space also delivers significant fuel cost savings.
The gas units are 33% efficient. In simple terms, this means that for, say seven pence of gas you can produce twenty-one pence worth of electric and as energy cost rise this benefit has more value.
As a side benefit, CHP systems also deliver an abundance of hot water, for free. For example, a CHP system could cover a hotel’s electric air conditioning and other electric needs; as a subsequence, the system would generate enough hot water to fill a swimming pool or to be used by an adjacent spa at no extra cost.
The benefits of Combined Heat and Power
The main benefits of CHP include:
- A highly efficient technology, CHP plants can reach efficiency ratings in excess of 80%.
- Lower your electricity costs and reduce reliance on grid energy by generating your own electricity onsite.
- Gain budget stability through predictable electricity costs and accurate forecasting of operating expenses.
Maintaining CHP systems
Just like a regular gas boiler, CHP systems need to be regularly maintained. A CHP system check should be carried out by a registered, qualified technician who will undertake a full service, clean and inspection, replace all worn components and lubricate any moving components.
A well installed and maintained CHP system should last for around 20 years so it makes sense to ensure it is regularly serviced!
Contact us
We provide servicing and maintenance of commercial renewable energy solutions, such as CHP systems, across the North East of England and the Central Belt of Scotland. We are also registered with HETAS for the servicing of Commercial Biomass Boilers.
Contact us on 07889 105050 to talk about maintaining your CHP systems.