#steampower

[wolfythoughts]

Book Review: Soulless by Gail Carriger (Series, #1) (Bottom of TBR Pile Challenge)

Book Review: Soulless by Gail Carriger (Series, #1) (Bottom of TBR Pile Challenge)

Summary: Alexia Tarabotti isn’t just suffering from being half-Italian in Victorian England, she also is soulless.  Unlike vampires, werewolves, and other supernaturals who successfully changed thanks to an excess of soul, or even having just enough soul like day dwellers, she simply has none. Plus as a preternatural she turns the supernaturals human when she touches them.  Obviously they aren’t…

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#alexia tarabotti #book #Book #civilized #england #gail carriger #genre #glbtq #italian #lord maccon #parasol protetorate #preternatural #Review #scottish #series #series 1 #soulless #steampower #steampunk #supernatural #tbr pile #tea #vampires #victorian #werewolves

[stephengang17]

Harnessing Steam Power for Sustainable Energy Generation in Kenyan Process Industries

In recent years, the global energy landscape has been shifting towards more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. In Kenya, a country known for its rich natural resources and commitment to renewable energy, the process industries are exploring innovative ways to tap into alternative power generation sources. One such promising avenue is the utilization of steam power, a versatile and efficient energy source that has the potential to drive sustainable growth while reducing environmental impact.

The Power of Steam: A Brief Overview

Steam power has been harnessed for centuries, dating back to the industrial revolution. In modern times, steam is generated by heating water to high temperatures, causing it to turn into steam. This steam can then be used to generate electricity, provide heat, and even power industrial processes. The process is often referred to as cogeneration or combined heat and power (CHP) and has gained popularity due to its high efficiency and ability to utilize waste heat.

The Potential in Kenyan Process Industries

Kenya boasts a vibrant process industry sector encompassing various manufacturing activities, including food and beverage, textiles, paper, chemicals, and more. Many of these industries require a significant amount of energy for their operations, making them prime candidates for alternative power generation sources like steam.

Cogeneration: In process industries, steam generated for industrial processes can be efficiently used to produce electricity through cogeneration. By capturing the waste heat from industrial processes, such as drying, distillation, and sterilization, the generated steam can be routed to a steam turbine to produce electricity. This not only reduces the dependence on grid power but also minimizes energy losses.

Biomass and Waste-to-Energy: Kenya is endowed with abundant biomass resources, including agricultural residues and organic waste. These biomass sources can be burned to produce steam, which can then be used for power generation. Waste-to-energy processes can contribute to waste management while simultaneously generating electricity.

Geothermal Steam: Kenya is a pioneer in geothermal energy production. Geothermal reservoirs provide an immense potential for steam-based power generation. Steam extracted from geothermal sources can be used to drive turbines and generate electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions.

Solar Steam Generation: With its location near the equator, Kenya receives ample sunlight throughout the year. Solar thermal technologies can be utilized to generate steam, particularly for industries that require high-temperature processes. Concentrated solar power (CSP) systems can focus sunlight to generate heat, which in turn produces steam for power generation.

Benefits and Considerations

Embracing steam-based power generation in Kenyan process industries brings forth numerous benefits:

Sustainability: Steam-based power generation reduces carbon emissions and contributes to Kenya’s commitments to mitigating climate change.

Energy Security: By diversifying the energy mix, industries can reduce their dependence on imported fossil fuels, increasing energy security.

Cost Savings: Utilizing waste heat and locally available resources can lead to cost savings in both energy procurement and waste management.

However, there are considerations to be addressed, including:

Infrastructure: Upgrading and integrating existing infrastructure to accommodate steam-based power generation may require investments and modifications.

Regulations and Policies: Clear policies and regulatory frameworks need to be in place to encourage and facilitate the adoption of steam-based power generation.

Technical Expertise: Skilled professionals are needed for the design, operation, and maintenance of steam-based power generation systems.

Conclusion

Harnessing the power of steam for energy generation in Kenyan process industries holds immense promise for sustainable development. By tapping into various sources such as cogeneration, biomass, geothermal, and solar steam generation, industries can reduce their environmental impact, enhance energy security, and contribute to the country’s renewable energy goals. With careful planning, investment, and collaboration between industries, policymakers, and technical experts, Kenya can unlock the potential of steam-based power generation and pave the way for a greener and more prosperous future. Turtle Turbines makes steam turbines to harness the energy from the pressure loss to generates electricity.

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#SteamPower #SustainableEnergy #RenewableKenya #Cogeneration #turtleturbines

[sohandsouza]

⛲🚂🚰 - 🏛️ @MetroWaterWorks - #waterworks #waterSupply #engineering #civilEngineering #steamPower #steamEngine #history #historical #19thCentury #ChestnutHill #NewtonMA #Boston (at Waterworks Museum) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd3k-S0uWE_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#waterworks #watersupply #engineering #civilengineering #steampower #steamengine #history #historical #19thcentury #chestnuthill #newtonma #boston

[thebwshow]

Ready to Leave #steampower #railwayphotography https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc7I0e2IMBO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#steampower #railwayphotography

[pilferingapples]

I feel like a few people here might like to see this:D

#sentai #I want to play it. Who's gonna make the steampowered Giant Automata with me.

[black-cat-killjoy]

Hey what is it with steampunk robot bands and lesbian relationships with objects, sentient or otherwise?

#Technically both The Mechanisms AND Steampowered Giraffe #Rabbit and her toaster vs Nastya and The Aurora #the mechs #the mechanisms #steam powered giraffe

[some-pers0n]

Paranoia really have you thinking things like: "I will be deemed as a genocide supporter for having my OTP ride a train" without any irony whatsoever

#I'm just trying to write a Christmas oneshot #I love antique steampowered trains and I want them to ride one as they go across Europe #But. one of them is ethnically Jewish. and the very thought of that coming off as insensitive hurts me #I'm sorry I just really like the vibe of old trains #And I want them to be happy and warm inside a train and drink hot wine while chatting about stuff

[sillypoweredgiraffe]

reviving this blog like it’s delilah morreo

#not a quote #ooc? i guess #eddie speaks #spg #steam powered giraffe #steampowered giraffe #does that make me thadeus becile #i hope not #Don’t Like Him

[lewis-winters]

Natalie Morse is as tall as I want her to be. She's nearly 6 foot. She's actually 6 foot. She's maybe an inch taller than Tab. Or two? She's definitely taller than Arthur. She's maybe as tall as Kitty? She and Nix can see eye-to-eye, even out of jump boots. Out of jump boots, she's two inches shorter. When she starts taking a proto-version of horomone replacement therapy/estrogen in the 50s-60s she loses a whole inch in height that annoys her to no end. She towers over everyone. Or at least gives off that impression. Sometimes, when she's feeling alone and vulnerable, she feels two inches tall. There is a shelf in her childhood home she thinks she could never reach, but when she comes back from war, she finds she could get half her arm in there just fine. She also has legs for days. That's all.

#people like us #natalie morse #bob ocs #literally this comes from me finding out that some folks on e could lose an inch or two in height #like. take steampowered giraffe for example!! #bunny and david were the same height before bunny transitioned and now she's literally shorter than him by several inches #like!! woah!! #i love the human body

[onlyvalidviolinist]

What’s your opinion on technological supply companies on Earth? My favorite is Walter Robotics. They have only built one spaceship (or rather altered a satellite to become a spaceship) but I hope that means they will go into aerospace engineering more in the future. But their robot supplies are second to none!

-Cabin Boy Sparky

Technological supply companies on Earth can be useful when I need materials.

I have heard of Walter Robotics. I follow their work with some interest when I’m on Earth. Their advancements and work in the robot field is rather impressive, so I enjoy checking in on their progress every so often.

#asked and answered #[ooc: completely bullshitted this btw i have not gotten into steampowered giraffe yet i only knew it was related because i googled it lmao]

[snarkyfarren]

#furry #furry art #digital art #artists on tumblr #animatronic #art #automaton #vintage #zebra #steampowered #steampunk #tiger #giraffe #dress #tux #tuxedo #suspenders

[steampunk-lover]

Style aesthetic 👩: @minerva_moon_girl . 📸: @nu_photography_ . #steampunk #steampunkmodel #cosplay #cosplaymodel #cosplaygirl #corset #steampowered #clockworkheart #goggles #parasol #smiles #strangeandunusual #tattoos #lace #lacegloves #confidence #beauty #loveliness #steampunkstyle #steampunklover https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckkq86mof4m/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#steampunk #steampunkmodel #cosplay #cosplaymodel #cosplaygirl #corset #steampowered #clockworkheart #goggles #parasol #smiles #strangeandunusual #tattoos #lace #lacegloves #confidence #beauty #loveliness #steampunkstyle #steampunklover

[cipherexists]

follow up with how insane i am rn, Do i even try write fanfic. I have the ability to, i have the knowledge to make a copious amount of small references ( i have been complimented on that b4) and i have 2 days where i have nowhere to be <3

#steam powered giraffe #ive been consumed by steampowered giraffe #cips talks #this is a cry for help #i have not had a normal thought in 5 days

[mrtakenbyknowledge]

Good songs, for me, contain weird music and/or weird lyrics. I don't want to listen to something boring about love, I want to hear robots singing about a vampire hunting vampire.

#Music #The band I'm referencing ist steampowered giraffe btw. #steam powered giraffe #Spg

[thebwshow]

Train Approaching #steampower #steamlocomotive #railwayphotography https://www.instagram.com/p/Cc7IafgoLVw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#steampower #steamlocomotive #railwayphotography

[bubblewrapjunkie]

🦇🎩

oh no

#i wanna. incinerate the hat #forget i’ve ever seen it #go back in time and find tobias and show him a picture of steampowered giraffe and ask him #‘is this your god?’ #he looks like a lego villain i fucking can’t #the imperatour outfits was juuuust on the tipping edge of 2006 comic con but not falling over #but that HAT #i realize bob basset probably made it for thousands of dollars and it’s all leather and brass and *luxe* but i couldn’t care less #i need to throw it into the sun #not tagging because the tag is good vibes only but i just needed to vent jfc