Thermodynamic and economic viability of advanced thermodynamic cycles for power generation in cement plant: case study of Bestway Cement Plant
摘要
Cement production significantly contributes to carbon emissions due to energy-intensive processes and escalating demand for construction. Decarbonizing this industry through waste heat recovery is crucial. This study selected three distinct closed thermodynamic cycles for power production utilizing high-temperature waste heat from kiln preheaters of a cement plant located in Pakistan. The analysis is conducted based on thermodynamic assessment considering gross power output and economic assessment considering specific CAPEX as key performance indicators. Considering high ambient temperature conditions at the cement plant site, the cycle gross power output is studied with rise in cycle minimum temperature from 32, 35, and 40