Waste-based CHP constitutes an important part of many local energy systems in Sweden. However, it faces several challenges related to climate targets, changing energy markets and the transition to a circular economy. This project examines how these facilities can evolve and adapt in order to continue contributing to sustainable and robust energy systems.
The project involves local case studies of CHP plants in different local contexts and combines these with scenario analyses and workshops. By studying technical, economic and policy-related conditions, it explores how fuel availability, energy demand and policy instruments may influence the future role of these facilities.
Furthermore, different strategies and combinations of technical solutions are analysed to address challenges related to climate neutrality, resource efficiency and the development of the energy system. The project also aims to identify opportunities and barriers, as well as to provide a basis for strategic decision-making and policy development.
By combining different scientific methods and stakeholder perspectives, the project contributes knowledge on how waste-based CHP can be integrated into future local energy systems.
Purpose
The purpose is to analyse the potential, feasibility and consequences of different strategies and solutions for waste-based CHP in future energy and waste systems.
Objectives
The project aims to:
- analyse current performance and practices in waste-based CHP plants
- investigate future conditions in local energy systems through scenarios
- evaluate combinations of technical solutions and strategies
- identify opportunities, barriers and goal-conflicts
- provide recommendations for strategy and policy development.
