Integrated assessment of the energy, environmental and economic performance of the boiler at the animal processing plant in Chipaque, Cundinamarca
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https://doi.org/10.18041/1794-4953/avances.2.13665Palabras clave:
Balance energético, caldera, cambio climático, economizador, eficiencia energéticaResumen
In the current context, the application of energy efficiency principles is crucial for reducing operational and maintenance costs, as well as minimizing environmental impacts associated with the production of goods and services. This research evaluated the energy efficiency of the boiler installed at the animal processing plant in the municipality of Chipaque, Cundinamarca. Based on the current operating conditions and parameters of the unit, energy balances were developed to determine efficiency percentages, and an alternative was proposed to enhance its performance through the installation of an economizer. This system enables the recovery of waste heat from combustion gases, improving the thermal efficiency up to 79%. An environmental and economic assessment was also conducted, emphasizing the comparison of environmental impact scenarios before and after the installation of the economizer. Results showed a reduction in the percentage distribution of environmental impacts within the categories of climate change and depletion of water bodies, from 100% to 81.7% and 75%, respectively. Additionally, fuel savings were estimated at approximately COP $3,800,000 with a payback period of around seven months.
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