Sustainability Snapshots

Sustainability Snapshots

Boiler and Steam

Daily Boiler Checks

Boilers are the workhorse of distilling, providing most of the energy used throughout the process. Learn how to keep yours running efficiently to maximize savings.

Steam Disinfection

Steam disinfection is a big part of maintaining quality in your production. Learn how to increase efficiency in the process to maximize productivity and savings.

Compressed Air

Compressed Air Savings

While it has its place, compressed air is one of the least efficient forms of energy used in the distillery. Learn about how to maximize efficiency for this critical system.

Air Leak Hunting

Compressed air is an expensive way to use energy in the distillery. Learn how to minimize wasted air due to leaks.

MEASUR Tool

Introduction

The Department of Energy developed the MEASUR tool with various calculators and assessments to determine energy usage and potential savings. Learn about the available calculators and assessments.

MEASUR-ing Heat Recovery Impacts on Boiler Operation

Learn how to use MEASUR to estimate the impact of heat recovery on boiler operation by preheating boiler feed water.

MEASUR-ing Energy Savings by Reducing Compressed Air Setpoint

In this video, learn how to use the MEASUR tool to estimate energy savings by reducing the setpoint of compressed air.

Contact Information

Seth DeBolt, Ph.D.
Director

309 Plant Science Building Lexington, KY 40546-0312

beaminstitute@uky.edu