DOE RECOGNIZED CHP PACKAGED SYSTEMS AND SUPPLIERS

The CHP eCatalog is a voluntary public/private partnership designed to increase deployment of CHP in manufacturing plants and commercial, institutional and multi-family buildings. The core of the eCatalog is CHP Packagers who commit to provide pre-engineered and tested Packaged CHP systems that meet or exceed DOE performance requirements and CHP Solution Providers who commit to provide responsible installation, commissioning, maintenance and service of recognized Packaged CHP systems and also provide a single point of project responsibility.

CHP eCATALOG PACKAGED CHP SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

Packaged CHP System standardized electrical and thermal performance data* presented for comparison in the eCatalog have been reviewed and recognized as accurate based on engineering data and performance test data submitted by the Packagers. Emissions data presented in the eCatalog are based on either third-party emissions test results when available, or prime mover manufacturer’s emissions certification data, both using standard EPA test methodologies or equivalent. When evaluating CHP performance for a particular project, it is important to use final performance data from the Packager or Solution Provider that reflects specific site conditions such as actual fuel characteristics, ambient temperatures and altitude, and thermal load temperatures or pressures. As an example, hot water thermal capacity ratings in the eCatalog are based on a standard hot water supply temperature of 180 F, with packager specified return temperatures for each system. Actual hot water available from a packaged CHP system for a project will depend on the specific temperature requirements of the hot water supply and return at the site, and may vary from data presented in the eCatalog.

CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT NETWORK: SUPPORTING CHP IN YOUR AREA

An essential element in market success of energy efficient technologies, such as CHP, is a robust customer engagement network to educate end-users and provide assistance through the project development process. States, localities and utilities that are implementing programs and policies to increase the use of CHP in support of key economic, security, efficiency and environmental goals can integrate the eCatalog into their efforts by linking recognized CHP packages offered by Packagers or Solution Providers in their region to their programs. The eCatalog provides a unique platform for connecting recognized CHP equipment and suppliers with state, local and utility market outreach, customer acquisition and incentive programs.