CHP
n.n. Stands for Combined Heat and Power. A system that produces both electricity and heat at the same time, which makes it more efficient than using two separate systems.
n. Abbreviation for Combined Heat and Power. A system that simultaneously produces electricity and useful thermal energy from a single fuel source, typically achieving higher efficiency than separate heat and power generation.
The factory uses a CHP system to save energy.
By installing a CHP unit, the hospital significantly reduced its energy costs while maintaining a reliable supply of both heat and electricity.
The integration of a CHP system into the urban grid allows for the recovery of waste heat from industrial processes, which can then be distributed to residential areas during the winter months.