B&W , through its B&W Thermal segment, has received full notice to proceed with this project at AES Indiana’s Petersburg Power Plant. This conversion seeks to replace coal as a fuel source with natural gas and reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the plant.
Petersburg plant to start using natural gas
The project is valued at $246 million and involves the conversion of two coal-fired boilers with an integrated capacity of 1,160 MW. According to B&W, the gradual reduction in coal use will minimize the environmental impact of the power plant.
[post_relacionado]B&W Thermal’s team will design and install natural gas, air and other necessary equipment, while its subsidiary Babcock & Wilcox Construction ( BWCC ) will be responsible for construction. In addition, B&W FPS, another division of the company, will supply advanced technology such as burners, igniters and controls.
B&W Thermal Senior Vice President Chris Riker highlighted the importance of this project: “We are proud to advance this effort, helping AES Indiana reduce its environmental impact. We see growing interest from utilities in switching to cleaner fuels to mitigate carbon emissions. “.
This complex project will be executed in a coordinated manner across B&W’s various segments, reflecting its experience in managing large-scale energy initiatives. The project is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2027. This initiative aligns with AES Indiana’s commitment to adopt sustainable technologies and modernize its energy infrastructure to meet current environmental standards.
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