Fit4Micro – Clean and Efficient MicroCHCP by Micro Turbine Based Hybrid Systems

Micro combined heat and power (micro-CHP) systems, also known as cogeneration systems, generate heat and electricity simultaneously. The EU-funded Fit4Micro project plans to develop a hybrid micro-CHP unit. The envisaged technology will be designed for multi-family homes, especially for stand-alone (off-grid) applications. The system is comprising a double shaft micro gas turbine (mGT) and a humidification unit. This unique combination is expected to drive high electrical efficiencies (>40%) and have a very flexible heat-to-power ratio.
Low emissions are achieved by the application of flameless combustion.

Use of a mGT as core-unit in Fit4Micro is ideal for domestic usage, as the system has very low noise output and is vibration free. Furthermore, rapid response times and fuel-flexible operation make this the ideal base for a highly efficient hybrid CHP system, resilient to changes in (local) fuel and power markets, empowering the consumers through digital solutions. Furthermore, the Fit4Micro unit is integrated with a compression heat pump, an innovative adsorption and a solar PV system through the DC power system avoiding transmission losses. A smart control system will be developed to enable optimal performance at all times.

Besides technological development work, the Fit4Micro project includes specific activities on socio-economic sustainability, market aspects, the regulatory framework & policies.