Abstract
In this chapter, the application of energy and exergy analyses to cogeneration (combined heat and power) and district energy is described. Cogeneration produces heat and electricity in one process and can provide efficiency, operational, environmental, and financial benefits. Cogenerated thermal energy can be used for domestic hot water heating, space heating, pool and spa heating, laundry processes, and absorption cooling. District energy systems include both district heating and district cooling systems and distribute steam, hot water, and chilled water from a central plant to individual buildings through a network of pipes. District energy systems provide space heating, air conditioning, domestic hot water, and/or industrial process energy, and often are linked with electricity generation via cogeneration. The energy and exergy analyses of cogeneration-based district energy systems described in this chapter provide insights that can aid in design and optimization.
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