Combined Heat and Power: A Successful Past Meets a Bright Future

Authors

  • Beth Burka Energy Matters, Inc.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13052/dgaej2156-3306.2042

Abstract

This article presents information related to the author’s experience
with combined heat and power (CHP) systems. Topics covered include:
why and when to evaluate CHP, applications in a Midwestern city and
utility policies that effect CHP applications. Studying successful, long-
standing CHP applications, examining the benefits the owners received
and current equipment/policies is an excellent starting point for evalu-
ating CHP and making a good “case” for new projects. Gas transporta-
tion rates and electric curtailment programs are discussed and the con-
cept of a tolling contract for CHP is introduced

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Author Biography

Beth Burka, Energy Matters, Inc.

Beth Burka started Energy Matters, Inc. in June 2005. Her 20 plus
years of energy experience include over 14 years of experience with a gas
utility including 5 years of technical marketing for on-site power genera-
tion including CHP systems. Prior to that, she worked for 5 years in new
product development at an HVAC equipment manufacturer, several
years in HVAC consulting, and while a student she worked for a coal
company and a large equipment manufacturer. She was the first student
selected by ASHRAE to participate in the Washington Internship for
Students of Engineering (WISE) summer program in Washington, DC.
She graduated from the University of Missouri-Rolla and Washington
University. Ms. Berka may be contacted at bburka@energymat.com

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Published

2005-10-20

How to Cite

Burka, B. . (2005). Combined Heat and Power: A Successful Past Meets a Bright Future. Distributed Generation &Amp; Alternative Energy Journal, 20(4), 14–21. https://doi.org/10.13052/dgaej2156-3306.2042

Issue

2005: Vol 20 Iss 4

Section

Articles