1. the simultaneous production of electricity and useful heat from the same energy source
Usage: technical; energy industry

Examples

• The factory uses cogeneration to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency.
• Cogeneration systems can achieve overall efficiency rates of 80% or higher.
• The hospital installed a cogeneration plant to provide both electricity and steam heating.
• Many industrial facilities are turning to cogeneration to meet their energy needs.
• The cogeneration unit produces electricity while capturing waste heat for building heating.
• Government incentives encourage businesses to invest in cogeneration technology.