cogeneration
/koʊˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/
noun
- The production of electricity and useful heat from the same fuel source, often to increase efficiency.
- Many hospitals have installed cogeneration plants to ensure a reliable supply of both electricity and hot water.
- Cogeneration systems can reduce energy costs and lower carbon emissions.
- The factory uses cogeneration to power its machines and heat its buildings at the same time.