MODERN HEAT RECOVERY AND COOLING TECHNOLOGIES FOR PHARMACEUTICAL ENTERPRISES: REVIEW AND PROSPECTS FOR IMPLEMENTATION

• Datum: 2026
• Hauptverfasser: Perepelytsia , I., Zurian , O.
• Format: Artikel
• Sprache: Ukrainisch
• Veröffentlicht: Institute of Renewable Energy National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine 2026
• Schlagworte: renewable energy; FreeCooling; heat pump; refrigeration machine; heat recovery.
• Online Zugang: https://ve.org.ua/index.php/journal/article/view/643
• Назва журналу: Vidnovluvana energetika

The article presents a systematic review of modern technological solutions aimed at improving the energy efficiency of pharmaceutical enterprises, which are characterized by high consumption of thermal and cooling energy, continuous operation of engineering systems, and strict requirements for maintaining stable indoor climate parameters in accordance with GMP standards. The purpose of the study is to analyze current approaches to modernization of heating and cooling systems at pharmaceutical facilities, assess their practical applicability, and identify promising directions for further development of the sector.  The literature review was based on publications indexed in international scientific databases, industry technical sources, and recent applied studies. A comparative analysis was carried out for the following technologies: waste heat recovery, Free Cooling, heat pumps, energy storage systems, SCADA-based control systems, and predictive energy management solutions.  It was shown that refrigeration heat recovery systems and integration of heat pumps have significant energy-saving potential, as they enable the use of secondary energy resources to cover heating demand. The study found that Free Cooling is one of the fastest-payback solutions for enterprises with permanent cooling loads. The feasibility of energy storage systems for reducing peak loads and improving reliability of energy supply was substantiated. It was also demonstrated that implementing SCADA systems and intelligent control algorithms provides additional reduction of energy consumption through optimization of equipment operating modes.  The results of the study indicate that the most effective approach for the pharmaceutical industry is a comprehensive step-by-step modernization of energy infrastructure, combining technical, digital, and organizational solutions. The obtained findings may be used in the development of decarbonization programs and energy efficiency improvement strategies for pharmaceutical enterprises.