Combined Heat and Power (CHP), also known as cogeneration, is a technology that simultaneously generates electricity and useful thermal energy (such as heat or steam) from a single energy source. This technology is designed to improve overall energy efficiency compared to traditional methods of separate electricity generation and heat production, which can be less efficient and more wasteful.

In a CHP system, the primary energy source is used to drive a generator that produces electricity, and the waste heat generated during this process is captured and used for various heating or cooling applications.

The key advantages of CHP are:

• Increased Efficiency:
  CHP systems can achieve high levels of efficiency, often exceeding 80%, compared to around 40% efficiency in conventional power plants. This means that more of the input energy is converted into useful power and heat.
• Energy Cost Savings:
  By using waste heat for space heating, water heating, or industrial processes, CHP can reduce the overall energy consumption and costs for a facility.
• Environmental Benefits:
  CHP systems can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution because of their improved energy efficiency and the use of cleaner energy sources, leading to a lower carbon footprint.
• Grid Resilience:
  CHP systems can provide backup power during grid outages or disruptions, enhancing the resilience of critical facilities and reducing the risk of downtime.