Sustainable Energy Technology Overview

To provide energy sources that are replenishable and minimize environmental impact.

Solar, wind, and hydropower.

Intermittency.

<p>Adjusting reaction temperatures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Using organic matter as a fuel source for heat or electricity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pumped hydro storage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dam construction disrupts habitats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Optimizing operating pressures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Waste heat recovery involves capturing waste heat generated during industrial processes and converting it into usable energy, such as steam or hot water. This reduces the need for additional energy input, conserving resources and lowering costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Material substitution involves using materials with lower energy consumption requirements for manufacturing a product. This reduces the energy needed during production, lowering overall energy consumption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Upgrading equipment efficiency involves replacing older, less efficient equipment with modern, high-efficiency counterparts. For example, replacing an old pump with a new, energy-efficient model can reduce energy consumption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reducing water usage lowers the energy required to heat, treat, and pump the water. Less water consumption means less energy is needed for these processes, leading to energy conservation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enhanced insulation in pipes, equipment, and storage tanks decreases heat loss or gain, which reduces the energy needed to maintain desired temperatures. Effective insulation minimizes energy consumption.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Measures include repairing leaks and implementing efficient controls on compressed air systems to reduce energy waste. Optimized systems ensure air is not wasted and is used efficiently.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Process integration connects different process units to recover energy from one part of the process to use in another. This reduces the need for external energy sources and improves overall efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Reduced utility bills, improved profit margins, and a positive impact on the organization's environmental footprint. Energy efficiency measures lower operating costs and promote sustainability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Energy sources that replenish and reduce environmental impact.

Energy from sunlight converted to electricity using PV cells or CSP.

Electricity generation using wind turbines, available onshore or offshore.

Electricity generation by using the potential energy of flowing water, often via dams.

Utilizes Earth's internal heat for steam and direct heating applications.

Uses organic materials as fuel for heat or electricity generation.

Fluctuations in energy output from sources like solar and wind, requiring storage solutions.

Improving operation design and control to reduce energy consumption in industries.

Capturing and converting waste heat from industrial processes into usable energy.

Using materials that require less energy to manufacture a specific product.

Replacing old equipment with modern, energy-efficient machines.

Minimizing water consumption in processes to lower energy needed for treatment and heating.

Improving insulation in pipes and tanks to reduce heat loss or gain.

Repairing leaks and improving control in compressed air systems to reduce energy waste.

Connecting different process units to recycle energy from one part for use in another.

Using advanced automation and real-time monitoring to minimize energy waste.