Division BAT 151
United Kingdom
In order to use energy efficiently, BAT is to recover energy from the hot exhaust gas generated in a semi-closed submerged arc furnace using one or both of the techniques given below.
| Technique | Applicability | |
|---|---|---|
| a | Use of a waste heat boiler and turbines to recover the energy content of the exhaust gas and produce electricity | Applicability may be restricted depending on energy prices and the energy policy of the Member State |
| b | Use of a waste heat boiler to produce hot water | Only applicable if an economically viable demand exists |