Energy Recovery Effectiveness Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the energy recovery effectiveness (E) is:

\[ E = \left( \frac{ER}{M} \right) \times 100 \]

Where:

Energy Recovery Effectiveness: A measure of how efficiently an energy recovery system captures and reuses energy that would otherwise be wasted. It is expressed as a percentage, representing the ratio of the actual energy recovered to the maximum possible energy that could be recovered. Higher effectiveness indicates a more efficient system, which can lead to significant energy savings and reduced operational costs. Energy recovery systems are commonly used in HVAC systems, industrial processes, and renewable energy applications to improve overall energy efficiency and sustainability.

Let's say the energy recovered (ER) is 500 units and the maximum possible energy recovery (M) is 1000 units. Using the formula:

\[ E = \left( \frac{500}{1000} \right) \times 100 \]

We get:

\[ E = 50\% \]

So, the energy recovery effectiveness is 50%.