CHP Prime Movers
Basics

CHP prime mover, or power generation technologies, include reciprocating engines, microturbines, industrial turbines, and fuel cells. (Click on any image to enlarge.) Natural gas is the cleanest and most common fuel; propane is less common but also relatively clean. There is a growing trend toward dual-fuel systems that can combust either natural gas or diesel.

Reciprocating engines
(5 kW-7 MW) 

Combustion turbines
(500 kW-25 MW) 

Microturbines
(25-500 kW) 

Backpressure Steam Turbines
(50 kW and up)
 
Fuel cells
(1 kW-10 MW)

 

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