BERNARD F. KOLANOWSKI is a mechanical engineer and private consultant in the field of cogeneration. Prior to beginning his consulting practice, he held positions with Ingersoll-Rand, Environmental Control Products, Riley Stoker Corporation, Solar Turbines and Capstone Turbine Company, and during that time acquired substantial experience with cogeneration related projects. His professional activities have involved both manufacturer/contractor as well as client-side consultation related to a variety of cogeneration installations. His diverse hands-on experience in the field has given him a broad understanding of the practical aspects of applying cogeneration to a myriad of situations involving hot water, hot air, chilled water and resource recovery as the "second" energy derived from a cogeneration system.