Energy Components

Components for energy generation and management.

CHP (Combined Heat and Power)

Models a combined heat and power unit that consumes biogas and produces electricity and heat.

Parameters

configurator.add_chp(
    chp_id="chp1",
    P_el_nom=500.0,      # Nominal electrical power [kW]
    eta_el=0.40,         # Electrical efficiency
    eta_th=0.45          # Thermal efficiency
)

Heating

Models a heating system for temperature control of the digester.

Gas Storage

Models biogas storage with pressure management.

Flare

Safety flare for excess gas combustion.

Optimization Strategies

• Use waste heat for digester heating.
• Buffer gas during peak production.

Performance Metrics

• Electrical efficiency.
• Heat utilization rate.

Troubleshooting

CHP Not Running

• Check gas availability and pressure.