New developments in hybrid natural gas/electric cooling.

Author(s) : NOWAKOWSKI G. A., GRAMLICH M.

Type of article: Article

Summary

Hybrid systems consist of a combination of electric motor-driven chillers and thermally activated (engine-driven or absorption) chillers. Hybrid chiller systems provide greater flexibility, allowing the building owner to control operating costs by selecting from multiple energy sources (natural gas, electricity and/or steam). As energy markets are deregulated, supply and demand will have a stronger effect on price. This will likely increase the economic advantages of hybrid chiller systems.

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  • Original title: New developments in hybrid natural gas/electric cooling.
  • Record ID : 2001-0430
  • Languages: English
  • Source: ASHRAE Journal - vol. 41 - n. 9
  • Publication date: 1999/09
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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