How does cogeneration work



In the process of cogeneration, a common production of power and heat, the energy contained in fuel is utilized to high extent that may amount up to 95%. Owing to the purposeful utilization of the heat generated in the power production process, there is no need to produce this heat elsewhere. This saves both fuel and financial means necessary to purchase the heat. The given figure give spictorial representation of the energy saving principle by using cogeneration. (Click the figure to enlarge)