The Combined Thermal Power (CHP) Partnership is a program that reduces the environmental impact from electricity generation by promoting the use of CHP. CHP generates electricity, but traps the heat produced rather than wasting it.

Benefits for Homeowners

CHP systems can reduce the cost of buying heating equipment. They can provide homes with hot water and air conditioning, while saving roofing and roof space for other uses. Also, by using waste heat recovery technology to capture the heat from electricity generation, CHP systems have system efficiencies of 60 to 80 percent, which means they do not need as much fuel for energy output. This helps reduce energy costs for homeowners.

Criteria for Joining

• Own a facility that could benefit from CHP programs, such as large residential buildings or farms.
• Is interested in reducing energy costs and improving energy efficiency.
• Willing to assess the facility for CHP suitability and invest in CHP technology

How to Join

Homeowners can join the CHP Partnership by assessing if their facility is a good candidate for CHP from a list of questions on the CHP website.

Why the Program is Needed

CHP partnerships are needed to improve energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The program helps in decarbonizing energy production and reduces air pollution by encouraging the use of CHP.