Slough is a 35 MW cogeneration power plant in the United Kingdom, operated by Scottish and Southern: Thermal. Commissioned in an unspecified year, it contributes to the country's energy mix with its cogeneration capabilities. Ranked #6 of 7 cogeneration plants in the United Kingdom, Slough's 35 MW represents 1.16% of the UK's total cogeneration capacity of 3,006 MW. The largest cogeneration plant in the United Kingdom is Grain CHP at 1,404 MW, making Slough 40 times smaller. Nearby plants within 50 km include Taylor's Lane GT (144 MW, Gas), Slough Heat and Power (50 MW, Biomass), and Fibrepower Slough (50 MW, Waste). The facility is located in Slough, approximately 30 km west of London.
United Kingdom, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Cogeneration
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
United Kingdom- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Cogeneration, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is a highly efficient power generation technology that simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat from the same energy source. This process maximizes energy efficiency by capturing and utilizing the heat that would otherwise be wasted in conventional power generation methods, where only electricity is produced. Cogeneration systems can utilize various fuels, including natural gas, biomass, coal, and even waste heat from industrial processes, making it a versatile solution for different applications.
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