Powering the Energy Transition

Advanced analytical solutions for sustainable power generation and biogas production

Our Expertise

Industry Overview

The Power & Biogas sector is at the forefront of the global energy transition, balancing reliability and affordability with the urgent need to decarbonize. ChemiCan Consulting provides specialized solutions to help power generators, utilities, and biogas producers optimize their operations, reduce environmental impact, and capitalize on the growing demand for renewable energy.

Our integrated approach combines strategic business transformation, advanced analytical technologies, carbon market expertise, and digital solutions to address the unique sustainability challenges of the power and biogas sector. We work with conventional power generators, renewable energy producers, and biogas facilities to enhance environmental performance while maintaining operational reliability and efficiency.

Chemical Innovation
Process Optimization
Circular Economy

Advancing Sustainability Through Precision Analytics

Transforming energy generation challenges into opportunities for environmental stewardship

As the world transitions to cleaner energy sources, the power and biogas sectors play pivotal roles in reducing carbon emissions while meeting growing energy demands. Advanced analytical technologies provide the measurement precision needed to optimize these processes for maximum efficiency and minimal environmental impact.

By delivering real-time, accurate monitoring of critical parameters across power generation and biogas production, these solutions enable operators to optimize resource utilization, minimize emissions, ensure regulatory compliance, and maximize energy output—all while supporting the global transition to renewable energy.

Power Generation

Precision analytics enable sustainable power generation through effective monitoring of emissions and boiler systems.

Emissions Monitoring

Critical Parameters
SO₂
NOₓ
CO
CO₂
O₂
Mercury
Environmental & Regulatory Significance

Power generation facilities face increasingly stringent emissions regulations worldwide. Continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS) are mandated for most large combustion sources, providing real-time data for operational adjustments and compliance verification.

Sustainable Solution
Compliance Verification

Ensure adherence to regulatory limits in real-time

Combustion Optimization

Minimize pollutant formation through precise control

Carbon Documentation

Support emissions trading and carbon credit generation

Boiler & Steam Systems

Critical Parameters
Water Chemistry
Dissolved O₂
pH
Conductivity
Silica
Phosphate
Environmental & Economic Significance

Steam circuit chemistry directly impacts energy efficiency and equipment reliability. Improper water chemistry can reduce heat transfer efficiency by up to 15%, dramatically increasing fuel consumption and associated emissions while risking equipment damage.

Sustainable Solution
Energy Efficiency

Maximize heat transfer efficiency to reduce fuel consumption

Water Conservation

Reduce blowdown requirements to minimize water usage

Chemical Reduction

Optimize treatment to minimize chemical usage

Asset Protection

Prevent scale formation and corrosion to extend equipment life

Biogas Production and Utilization

Precision analytics optimize biogas production and upgrading processes for maximum energy yield and environmental benefit.

Anaerobic Digestion Monitoring

Critical Parameters
CH₄
CO₂
H₂S
Moisture
O₂
Siloxanes
Process & Environmental Significance

Biogas composition directly impacts energy content and utilization efficiency. Contaminants like hydrogen sulfide and siloxanes can severely damage engines and other equipment, while oxygen indicates potential safety hazards.

Sustainable Solution
Digester Optimization

Maximize methane production from organic feedstocks

Equipment Protection

Verify gas quality to prevent damage from contaminants

Renewable Documentation

Support incentive programs with verified production data

Biogas Upgrading to Biomethane

Critical Parameters
CH₄ >95%
CO₂
H₂S <5mg/Nm³
O₂ <0.5%
Moisture
Heating Value
Environmental & Economic Significance

Biomethane must meet strict quality standards for grid injection or vehicle fuel use. Continuous monitoring ensures consistent quality and prevents rejection while enabling optimization of upgrading processes to minimize energy consumption.

Sustainable Solution
Quality Verification

Ensure biomethane meets grid injection standards

Energy Optimization

Minimize energy consumption in upgrading processes

Renewable Certification

Document green gas production for incentive programs

Infrastructure Protection

Prevent off-spec gas injection that could damage systems

Advanced Energy Systems

Precision analytics enable optimization of combined heat and power systems and hydrogen production for maximum efficiency and environmental benefit.

Combined Heat and Power (CHP)

Critical Parameters
Fuel Gas
Emissions
Engine Oil
Cooling Water
Exhaust Temp
Operational & Environmental Significance

CHP systems maximize energy efficiency by utilizing both electricity and heat. Fuel gas quality directly impacts engine performance, efficiency, and emissions, while continuous monitoring enables optimization of air-fuel ratio for maximum efficiency.

Sustainable Solution
Engine Optimization

Maximize efficiency and minimize emissions

Contaminant Prevention

Protect engines from damage and extend service life

Emissions Compliance

Verify adherence to regulatory requirements

Hydrogen Production & Utilization

Critical Parameters
H₂ Purity
CO
CO₂
Moisture
O₂
CH₄
Environmental & Economic Significance

Hydrogen is increasingly important as a clean energy carrier for decarbonization. Hydrogen purity directly impacts fuel cell performance and longevity, while contaminants can poison catalysts in fuel cells and other utilization equipment.

Sustainable Solution
Purity Verification

Ensure hydrogen meets fuel cell quality requirements

Process Optimization

Minimize energy consumption in hydrogen production

Equipment Protection

Prevent catalyst poisoning and system damage

Green Certification

Document low-carbon hydrogen production

Parameter Measurement Capabilities

Comprehensive measurement capabilities across gas and liquid parameters enable complete monitoring solutions for any power or biogas application.

Gas Parameters

Measurement Capabilities
CH₄
CO₂
H₂S
O₂
H₂
CO
SO₂
NOₓ
H₂O
Environmental & Operational Significance

Gas composition parameters directly impact energy content, combustion characteristics, and emissions. Continuous monitoring enables optimization of combustion conditions to maximize efficiency and minimize emissions.

Technology Advantage
Multi-Component Analysis

Comprehensive monitoring in a single analyzer

Low Maintenance

Continuous operation with minimal intervention

Automatic Calibration

Self-verifying procedures ensure accuracy

Liquid Parameters

Measurement Capabilities
pH
Conductivity
Dissolved O₂
Alkalinity
Hardness
Silica
Phosphate
Iron
Oil in Water
Process & Environmental Significance

Water chemistry parameters directly impact equipment reliability, efficiency, and maintenance requirements. Continuous monitoring enables optimization of chemical treatment to minimize consumption and waste generation.

Sustainable Benefits
Energy Optimization

Maximize heat transfer efficiency in boiler systems

Chemical Reduction

Precise dosing based on actual water chemistry

Water Conservation

Minimize blowdown requirements to save water

Asset Protection

Prevent corrosion and scaling to extend equipment life

The Sustainability Imperative

In an era of accelerating energy transition, the power and biogas sectors face mounting pressure to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining reliable energy supply.

Energy Efficiency Optimization

Fine-tune combustion processes and energy conversion to maximize efficiency and minimize fuel consumption.

Renewable Energy Verification

Document biogas and biomethane quality for renewable energy certification and incentive programs.

Emissions Reduction

Control combustion conditions to minimize pollutant formation and document reductions for carbon pricing.

Circular Economy Support

Optimize biogas production from waste materials to maximize resource recovery and value.

Industry Challenges

Emissions Reduction

Meeting increasingly stringent regulations for greenhouse gas and air pollutant emissions

Renewable Integration

Balancing intermittent renewable sources with grid stability requirements

Biogas Optimization

Maximizing methane yield and quality from organic feedstocks

Operational Efficiency

Improving heat rate and reducing resource consumption

Regulatory Compliance

Navigating complex and evolving energy regulations

Energy Storage

Developing and implementing effective energy storage solutions

Water Management

Reducing water consumption and ensuring proper wastewater treatment

Our Integrated Approach

Advanced Analytical Technologies

Using data and insights from our analytical technologies will ensure decisions are based on accurate environmental performance metrics which also allow us to track progress and find ways to improve.

Carbon Offsetting and Trading

Including our expertise in carbon management will make your carbon reduction goals achievable and cost-effective by using carbon markets alongside internal efforts.

Sustainable Digital Transformation

Using digital solutions to improve implementation, monitoring, and reporting will provide the necessary infrastructure for efficient sustainability data management and better stakeholder communication.

Advanced Analytical Technologies

Using data and insights from our analytical technologies will ensure decisions are based on accurate environmental performance metrics which also allow us to track progress and find ways to improve.

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