The following data relates to a steam power plant. Capacity of the plant - 200 MW...

 

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The following data relates to a steam power plant. Capacity of the plant - 200 MW Capital cost Rs 400 x10 Maximum demand - 150 MW Rate of Interest and depreciation - 18% on capital Annual cost of the fuel oil, salaries and maintenance - Rs 550 x 10 per year Load factor - 50% Determine the cost of generation per unit of kWh. In power plant terminology, what is understood by combined cycle operation?. Does Cogeneration make sense?. If yes, explain briefly. The following data relates to a steam power plant. Capacity of the plant - 200 MW Capital cost Rs 400 x10 Maximum demand - 150 MW Rate of Interest and depreciation - 18% on capital Annual cost of the fuel oil, salaries and maintenance - Rs 550 x 10 per year Load factor - 50% Determine the cost of generation per unit of kWh. In power plant terminology, what is understood by combined cycle operation?. Does Cogeneration make sense?. If yes, explain briefly.

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Solution Determining the cost of generation per unit of kWh Heres how to determine the cost of generation per unit of kWh for the given steam power plant 1 Calculate annual fixed cost Interest and dep... View the full answer