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Integrated Energy SystemsIntegrated Energy Systems (IES), also known as CHP systems, combine on-site power generation or distributed generation (DE) with thermally activated technologies to provide cooling, heating, or dehumidification. Integrated energy systems achieve high energy efficiencies through the conversion of exhaust or reject heat from the power generation process into these needed thermal based services.Integrated energy systems have the potential to offer the nation the benefits of high energy efficiency, consumer choice, and energy security and sustainability. The most promising markets for IES appear to be commercial or institutional buildings, government facilities, and district energy systems that distribute thermal energy to buildings in a college campus, hospital complex, industrial park, or city. ORNL’s Cooling, Heating and Power Technologies Program team works with industry leaders to evaluate emerging technologies and their environmental benefits, potential energy use, and market potential. Our team works toward the development of packaged modular systems, system controls, and maximizing the efficiency of reciprocating engines for integrated energy systems use. To find out more about our work with Integrated Energy Systems, please contact us. |
