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Status of fuel cell system for combined heat and power applications in buildings.

Author(s) : ELLIS M. W., GUNES M. B.

Summary

Fuel of cell CHP systems combine a fuel cell with fuel processing, power conditioning, air supply, thermal management, and water management systems. Fuel cell CHP systems are characterized by electrical conversion efficiencies exceeding 45%, CHP efficiencies as high as 80%, good part-load performance, and low emissions. Cost of electricity calculations show fuel cell CHP systems can be competitive in residential and commercial applications if the initial cost can be reduced to $1500/kWe, which is within the range of current cost projections.

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  • Original title: Status of fuel cell system for combined heat and power applications in buildings.
  • Record ID : 2003-1609
  • Languages: English
  • Source: ASHRAE Transactions. 2002 Winter Meeting, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Volume 108, part 1 + CD-ROM.
  • Publication date: 2002/01/12
  • Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.

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