Improved Technologies for the Process Energy and Pollution Reduction (PEPR) Analysis Tool

Abstract : As part of its strategy to meet the Department of Defense (DOD) energy efficiency goals, and to reduce emissions from industrial facilities, a Process Energy and Pollution Reduction (PEPR) software tool has been developed. The PEPR tool helps DOD facility personnel identify and quantify energy conservation and pollution prevention opportunities for the following industrial processes: load and pack (LAP) lines, explosives production, spray painting, electroplating, heat treating, steam/hot water distribution, compressed air distribution. This study developed 14 additional process improvement ideas for these seven processes and incorporated them into the PEPR tool. The information provided is intended to be illustrative and will vary depending on the specific process conditions at the installation, energy prices, local installation costs, etc. It is intended to give an idea of the magnitude of the opportunities. It is hoped that these additional energy conservation opportunities (ECOs) and user enhancements will make the PEPR analysis tool of increasing value to DOD industrial facility personnel.