Combined Heat and Power (CHP) can simultaneously produce electricity and useful thermal energy from a single fuel source, improving overall energy efficiency. In this configuration, waste heat from the power generation process is captured to generate the high-pressure steam and hot water essential for key processes.
Our METIS CHP solution, based on Metis Power Generation (MPG), offers significant benefits for the paper and pulp industry—a sector known for its high energy demands and substantial heat requirements. To meet these critical heat demands, the captured thermal energy is used to generate high-pressure steam, which delivers concentrated thermal energy for drying paper sheets, breaking down wood fibers during pulping, and facilitating chemical recovery. This significantly offsets the need for separate, fuel-intensive boilers, enhances the sustainability of the operation, and directly translates to reduced energy costs.
Additionally, the low-emission CHP solution contributes to lower greenhouse gas emissions by reducing the need for separate power and heat generation. This not only helps in meeting environmental regulations but also enhances the industry’s sustainability profile.
Furthermore, METIS CHP solution increases energy security and reduces the reliance on grid electricity, providing resilience against power outages and fluctuations in energy prices.
Efficient Combination of Heat and Power
Advantages of METIS CHP Solution for the Paper and Pulp Industry:
- Energy Independence: Reduces reliance on grid power, and enhances energy security and operational resilience against grid outages.
- Cost Savings: Reduces the operational cost of the plant by controlling the cost of power generation and minimizing the fuel cost while utilizing the steam generation capability of the CHP solution.
- Sustainability Goals: With MPG Ultra Low Emission technology, paper mills can meet environmental targets by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
