Energy Recovery

Benefits

High-temperature solutions for industrial heat pumps

Our integrally geared compressors are engineered for large-scale heat-pump applications, delivering efficient compression at high-pressure ratios. These solutions help industrial and district heating systems reduce reliance on fossil fuels by using electricity to generate high-grade heat from low-temperature sources.

Customized technology for geothermal energy

From organic Rankine cycles (ORCs) to supercritical CO2, our equipment is tailored to meet the diverse pressure, temperature, and flow demands of geothermal power generation. With oil-free designs and our robust seal technology, we deliver safe and reliable operation, even in corrosive and challenging environments.

Proven performance in high-load, continuous duty applications

Our turbomachinery is built to run with maximum reliability in demanding, round-the-clock operations. We offer standardized solutions to enable faster delivery while modular options support project-specific configurations.

Efficient and scalable for the future

Our adaptable engineered designs enable us to support emerging processes and future plant expansions, allowing our customers to scale as demand grows.

The shift toward a more sustainable future demands flexible technologies that can meet the unique needs of renewable energy applications.

As this market continues to grow and evolve, customers require reliable rotating equipment and expertise that can support performance, guarantee uptime, and provide long-term value.

At Atlas Copco Gas and Process, we support the energy transition with customized turbomachinery technology for existing and emerging renewable energy applications in the renewable energy sector. Whether it is high-temperature heat pumps or organic Rankine cycles, our compressors and expanders are designed for maximum efficiency and operational stability.

With installations in more than 180 countries and a legacy of innovation, Atlas Copco is ready to support renewable-energy customers worldwide, and provide efficient, process-specific solutions and comprehensive aftermarket services.

integrally geared turbocompressor for high pressure CO2

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Renewable energy applications for our turbocompressors and expanders

Geothermal steam compression
Our multistage compressors can handle low-pressure steam with excellent control and efficiency, which support direct-use geothermal applications.

Organic Rankine cycle
Tailored expanders ensure optimal thermal energy conversion in ORC systems, helping to capture and repurpose low-grade heat from geothermal or industrial processes.

Industrial heat-pump systems
Our oil-free compressor technology delivers high reliability and performance for heat pumps operating in industrial or district heating networks. These processes are designed to meet tight footprint requirements and withstand demanding operating conditions. Due to the flexibility of our design, our compressor technology can handle all commonly used types of refrigerants.

Energy storage and recovery
We provide customized solutions for thermal energy storage and recovery, including compressors and expanders designed for flexible operation and high round-trip efficiency.