Voices: Energy Saver

VSDs deliver up to 50% energy savings in chemical manufacturing while laying groundwork for smart factory operations.

This thermodynamic cycle that converts low-grade heat into electricity could be the key to energy efficiency.

Explore the benefits and challenges of electrifying chemical plants to reduce Scope 1 carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency.

Regular walkthrough audits in industrial plants identify low-cost or no-cost energy efficiency opportunities through equipment inspection and operational observation.

Discover how chemical facilities and oil refineries can implement seven effective strategies to sustainably minimize water intake while maintaining operational efficiency.

A mitigation cost curve chart can help illustrate the cost-effectiveness of different emission reduction strategies. A list of 14 projects to combat greenhouse gas emissions can...

Prioritizing the design, use and maintenance of steam traps can reduce energy costs while optimizing operations and overall efficiency.

Recognizing the immense potential of hydrogen, the U.S. government has earmarked $7 billion, actively subsidizing the development of hydrogen hubs across the country.

Renewable fuels have emerged as a potential solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate climate change.

By understanding this curve, engineers can benchmark, design and operate chemical plants more efficiently, maximizing heat transfer while considering factors such as energy consumption...

Oxyfuel combustion technology offers a significant advantage by saving money and reducing emissions compared to carbon capture utilization and storage.

More efficient operation of fired heaters means less use of natural gas and reduced emissions. Here are some tips for improving the efficiency of these furnaces.

To achieve net zero, first develop a roadmap that implements Scope 1 and 2 emission reduction projects, such as energy efficiency improvements, carbon capture and storage or utilization...

This basic primer covers the history of the pinch analysis methodology and how it’s used to determine energy-saving opportunities for a process unit.

When considering Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 projects, avoid investing in technologies that still burn fossil fuels, even if they improve energy efficiency.

This month’s column features Steam Systems where we discuss how operational improvements in your chemical plant can boost energy savings and immediately strengthen your bottom...

The concept of price equivalent efficiency is a simple but useful tool to help you reduce the cost of energy imports while optimizing the efficiency of shaft-power production....

The Inflation Reduction Act offers tax credits to incentivize investment in clean energy to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% from 2005 baseline levels by 2030.

Pinch analysis and benchmarking offer reliable methods for determining energy savings.

Assess the value of any energy savings using a site’s energy profile, a combination of data and engineering judgment.

The challenge in the process industries today is to maintain the viability of our enterprise, and the societal benefits it provides, while also addressing the clear and present...

The drive for decarbonization has created new interest in hydrogen

Sustained energy efficiency programs help prevent loss of cost-saving methods

Incorrect installations can hinder recouping any energy savings

Reducing energy consumption sometimes requires a deeper look