Why electric steam generators are the future
Are oil and gas cheaper than electricity for steam generation? That may still be true today. But anyone considering purchasing a steam generator today should reconsider. Because the path to electrically powered steam generators—or hybrid operation—is already clear in Germany and Europe in the medium term.
Warum ist das so?
Um die gesteckten Klimaziele zu erreichen, haben die Regierungen nur wenige Möglichkeiten: Einerseits Öl und Gas für Unternehmen zu verteuern oder die Regeln zu verschärfen (Low NOx). Andererseits den Umstieg auf erneuerbare Energien, meist in Form von Ökostrom, durch massive finanzielle Anreize zu fördern.
Diese Entwicklung hat längst begonnen und wird sich in den nächsten Jahren weiter verstärken.
6 reasons why more electric steam generators will be used in the future
- Rising CO2 pricing is a given for the coming years. It will make oil and gas increasingly expensive.
- CO2 pricing began this year. Currently, it is “only” €25 per ton of CO2, but in just five years, it is expected to be between €55 and €65 per ton of CO2. The model of the German Institute for Economic Research assumes a significantly more ambitious price of €180 per ton of CO2.
- The Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG) and the Green Deal are forcing companies to use renewable energies.
- The EEG regulates the preferential feed-in of electricity from renewable sources into the power grid. The share of renewable energies is to increase to 40–45% by 2025 and to 55–60% by 2035. The European Green Deal envisions climate neutrality by 2050. The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 55% compared to 1990 by 2030. However, because less than 30% has been achieved so far, emissions must be reduced more sharply in the next ten years than in the entire previous 30 years. This requirement is being passed on to companies.
- The consequence: energy-intensive processes – including steam generation – are being scrutinized.
- The share of renewable energy in companies’ energy mix must therefore increase significantly. Savings in oil- and gas-fired boilers through increased energy efficiency are an important factor, but will not be sufficient in the medium term. Conclusion: In the coming years, European companies’ demand for green electricity will rise rapidly, with more and more processes being converted from fossil fuels to electricity.
- Scarce resources, fluctuating prices for fossil fuels.
- Fossil fuel prices are among the most unstable in the world. It is also certain that resources are limited and becoming scarcer. Even a temporary drop in oil prices cannot disguise the fact that fossil fuels offer less investment security than renewable energies.
- Full funding pots and attractive incentives facilitate the transition to electric steam generators.
- To achieve these ambitious goals, governments, in Germany for example through KfW and BAFA, have launched powerful funding programs to promote energy savings and green energy. Anyone who invests in an economical JUMAG steam generator or operates an electric steam generator with green electricity can benefit from the funding.
- Green image: Climate protection and sustainability are valuable assets in many industries.
- Whether breweries, hotels, laundry, healthcare, or food producers: Those who work “green,” environmentally friendly, and resource-efficiently strengthen their brand and increase company value. Environmental certifications are gaining importance in supply chains. Companies’ sense of responsibility is increasing, and end consumers are also becoming more critical.
Why are JUMAG electric steam generators a particularly safe investment?
- Thanks to their high performance, JUMAG electric steam generators are an alternative even for high steam consumption volumes. The new EDI360 delivers up to 480 kg of steam/h – despite its extremely compact installation dimensions.
- A hybrid operation with oil/gas-fired steam generators and JUMAG electric steam boilers can optimize your energy mix – and thus your overall costs – and is particularly future-proof. Intelligent control allows you to use the most cost-effective or available energy source.
- The modern design and high quality of all components not only meet all required standards, but also the highest standards for energy efficiency, safety, and service life.
- JUMAG electric steam generators set the standard in energy efficiency. In the EDI360, for example, the heat is recovered from the water-cooled control cabinet.
- JUMAG electric steam generators are low-maintenance, easy to service, and simple and safe to operate.
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