– Coal-fired power plant in South Korea switching to natural gas by 2027
– 500-MW project using GE Vernova’s gas turbine and generator
– Project part of country’s goal to increase renewable energy and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
A coal-fired power plant in South Korea will transition to burning natural gas by 2027, with equipment from GE Vernova’s Gas Power business being used in the process. The project, led by Korea Western Power Co., will include a 7HA.02 gas turbine and H65 generator, allowing the plant to also use a fuel mixture of up to 30% hydrogen. This move is part of South Korea’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions and phase out coal power generation.
South Korea heavily relies on coal and natural gas for electricity generation, with nuclear power also playing a significant role. The country imports these fossil fuels due to a lack of domestic production. The transition to natural gas at the power plant is expected to reduce carbon emissions by up to 60% and improve air quality by lowering emissions of pollutants like mercury, NOx, SOx, and particulate matter.
GE Vernova’s gas turbine technology is crucial for the efficient and flexible operation of the new gas-fired power plant in South Korea. The company has a long history in the country and is committed to supporting the transition to lower-carbon energy generation. The project aligns with South Korea’s goal to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and increase the use of renewables like green hydrogen.