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 Unlike conventional heating and electrical solutions, Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems, as the name suggests, produce heat and electricity from one unit. The result is a better use of the fuel energy than is achieved in conventional power stations many of which operate at efficiencies of less than 40%.
Although not a renewable energy, the efficiency of gas fired CHP makes it a low carbon solution which could go a long way toward helping the UK meet its carbon reduction target of 80% by 2050.
About the Seminar
This course is intended to introduce the concepts and benefits of gas fired CHP systems, enabling delegates to decide if CHP will be an appropriate solution for their application. Areas covered will include:
- CHP types for both domestic and commercial applications,
- Environmental and cost benefits,
- Key performance parameters
- System sizing
- Regulatory and support frameworks
- Maintenance requirements
- Inter connection and distribution systems
Who Should Attend
Delegates are not expected to have an in-depth knowledge about gas fired CHP, although delegates may have some prior learning on the subject.
Property Developers, Housing Associations, Consultants, Housing Stock Managers, Planners, Specifiers, Building Services Engineers and those who need, or want, to have a good understanding of gas fired CHP will find this course very relevant & interesting. Delegates are asked to note that this course will provide an overview of gas fired CHP; it does not offer to be a complete design guide.
Technical terms and system operation will be explained and anyone with a reasonable level of learning will follow the explanations. For those with a higher level of engineering knowledge the tutor can, and is prepared to, expand the explanation as the audience mix warrants it.
This seminar will explain the components that make up each system and what provisions would be required but will not cover specific installation methods in detail.
Some illustrated Case Studies will be discussed.
What you will Learn
By the end of this Course you should know what the capabilities, limitations and requirements are of gas fired CHP, be confident to discuss knowledgeably any relevant issues with a manufacturer or installer and be aware of the reasons why you would wish to proceed.
More specifically, we aim for delegates to leave feeling confident in the following topics:
- The role of CHP in the energy strategy of a development
- Understand the key parameters that will dictate success or failure of a project
- Be aware of the different technology approaches and how they might be utilised
- Understand the implications of installing and operating district heat schemes
The Trainer
This training day will be lead by Rob Gwillim who has been working in the Energy Industry for the past twenty one years. During his career as an engineer and consultant at the Centre for Alternative Technology and the National Energy Foundation, he was involved in projects covering all of the major renewable technologies as well as energy conservation projects across all sectors. He has been involved in the design of district heating and systems utilising both CHP and conventional heat sources. Utilising plant from a few to hundreds of kW.
Rob currently deliver’s NEF’s one day course on Wood Fuel Heating and CHP and is the Course Leader for the University of East London masters course in Renewable Energy and the Built Environment at the Centre for Alternative Technology and Technical Director for Perpetual Energy Ltd an energy development company specialising in offering renewable energy solutions for industry and the building sector.
Dates & Registration
Next date: TBC
Venue: TBC
The course will cost £245 plus VAT which includes the training day, a copy of the presentations, lunch and refreshments and a certificate of attendance.
Earlybird discount: Book by 14/4/10 to receive a reduced price of £199 + VAT.
Other discounts available:
- Members of REA - 10% discount*
- Members of STA / GSHPA / HVCA / ECA 20% discount*
- Unwaged discounts* (full-time students, those in receipt of unemployment benefits) - £100 flat rate, strictly limited to 2 places per course.
* Terms & Conditions apply, e-mail for further details
If you have any questions, including enquiries about discounts for group bookings, please contact Grace Hyson on 01908 354549 |
