Economic and environmental optimization of a multi-site utility network for an industrial complex

Most chemical companies consume a lot of steam, water and electrical resources in the production process. Given recent record fuel costs, utility networks must be optimized to reduce the overall cost of production. Environmental concerns must also be considered when preparing modifications to satisf...

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Published in:	Journal of Environmental Management Vol. 91; no. 3; pp. 690 - 706
Main Authors:	Kim, Sang Hun, Yoon, Sung-Geun, Chae, Song Hwa, Park, Sunwon
Format:	Article
Published:	Academic Press Inc. Jan2010
Subjects:	South Korea Sustainable development Industrial efficiency Chemical industry & the environment Electric power consumption research Mathematical optimization Linear programming Mathematical models
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