ASM Bressanone, a district heating provider, has decided to install a new Turboden biomass-fired Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system.

Fifteen years ago, ASM Bressanone took a major step toward sustainable energy by installing a 1 MWel + 4 MWth biomass-fired ORC system. This plant has supplied heat to the local district heating network and generated around 5.5 million kWh of green energy annually. Now, they are upgrading with a larger Turboden CHP ORC system, expected to produce 1.8 MWel and 8 MWth.

This new system, like the one installed 15 years ago, is based on Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) technology. Over the years, the district heating network in Bolzano province, Trentino Alto Adige, has grown steadily, with increasing demand for heat. In this region, biomass-fed district heating systems are common, many of which use CHP units powered by ORC technology. Turboden’s ORC plants play a key role in efficiently converting various types of biomass into electricity and heat, offering a sustainable way to generate renewable energy while making the most of available resources.

By integrating cogeneration, these systems maximize energy efficiency, producing both clean electricity and green heat. This approach reduces environmental impact and optimizes resource use.

The new Turboden plant is expected to be completed by the end of 2024. By choosing Turboden’s reliable technology again, ASM Bressanone reaffirms its commitment to efficient and eco-friendly energy production. Once operational, the new plant will provide the municipality of Varna with district heating from 100% renewable energy sources.