Daily Infographic: Alberta Cogeneration Capacity Has Grown Significantly In The Last 15 Years, Led By Oilsands Projects

Cogeneration is the simultaneous production of heat and electricity. Cogeneration allows for up to 92 per cent efficiency compared to about 57 per cent and 40 per cent efficiency for traditional combined cycle and single cycle plants, respectively, according to the National Energy Board (NEB) This increase in efficiency and reduction in fuel use lowers energy production costs and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.


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