Combined Heat and Power Generation from Coalmine Gas in Germany

摘要

An overview is given on the current status of combined heat and power (CHP) generation from coalmine gas in Germany. Starting with some general words on hard coal mining in Germany and a summary of the history of coalmine gas utilization, the potential and current utilization of Coalmine Methane (CMM) for power production in Germany are outlined. After that, mobile containerized CHP units are presented being the most favourable concept for the utilization of CMM from both active and closed mines. An analysis of the operational experience gathered in the first plants of this kind leads to a general conclusion.