The FILTER project, aimed at constructing a condenser and an electrostatic precipitator (ESP) for a 6.2 MW thermal / 1 MW electrical biomass cogeneration plant, has been successfully completed and is now fully operational. This CHP plant was originally built by FILTER in 2012, making this project another successful collaboration in improving its efficiency and sustainability. Since then, the plant has been supplying heat and electricity to the city, ensuring sustainable energy production. Implemented under the Design & Build approach, FILTER managed the entire project lifecycle, from design and equipment delivery to installation, start-up, adjustment, and commissioning. A 1 MW flue gas condenser and an electrostatic precipitator were installed and seamlessly integrated into the plant’s technological process. The primary goal was to improve emission control and recover heat lost in flue gases, thereby increasing overall efficiency. As a result, flue gas particulate matter was reduced from 250 mg/Nm³ to 30 mg/Nm³, significantly lowering environmental impact, while recovered heat transferred to the district heating network reached approximately 1.1 MW, enhancing the plant’s performance. Completed within nine months, the project was executed with efficiency and quality standards. This initiative highlights FILTER’s commitment to sustainable and energy-efficient solutions, delivering both environmental benefits and improved operational performance.
