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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018

Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018

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Industry Overview
The global demand for energy is rising due to economic and population growth, with the International Energy Agency projecting a two-thirds increase in electricity demand by 2040. Gas power is highlighted as a key solution due to its efficiency and lower emissions compared to coal and oil.

Gas Power Systems
Natural gas is becoming the preferred choice for power generation due to its abundance, lower emissions, and cost-effectiveness. It is expected to become the leading fossil fuel for power generation by 2040, offering benefits such as flexibility, rapid deployment, and lower land and capital requirements.

Solutions for Every Application
GE offers a range of gas power systems tailored to different applications, including various power plant models like 9HA, 7HA, and LMS100, designed for efficient and reliable power generation across diverse environments.

Environmental and Economic Benefits
Natural gas power plants produce significantly fewer emissions than coal plants, contributing to improved air quality and compliance with environmental regulations. The levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) for gas is competitive with other energy sources.

Challenges and Future Outlook
Challenges such as transportation and infrastructure development remain, with liquefied natural gas (LNG) presented as a solution for areas without pipeline access. Natural gas complements renewable energy sources, providing stability and flexibility to power grids.

Regional Outlook
Energy demand is shifting towards emerging markets, with China and India leading the growth, while Europe and the United States are expected to see slower demand growth due to energy efficiency improvements and demographic changes.

Conclusion
Natural gas is positioned as a critical component of the future energy mix, offering a cleaner, more flexible, and cost-effective alternative to traditional fossil fuels. GE's gas power systems are designed to meet the evolving needs of the global energy market.

Energy Sources and Trends
Gas is the fastest-growing fossil fuel, with renewable energy capacity expected to double that of gas in the next decade. However, gas remains a primary power source due to its load factors, surpassing coal in new power generation capacity.

Regional Demand and Capacity
Significant growth in gas power generation is expected in North America, Asia, and Europe, emphasizing the need for greater efficiency in gas power systems, with H-class technology playing a crucial role.

Challenges and Solutions
Infrastructure constraints affect energy access, but natural gas-fired power plants offer reliability and increasing accessibility of LNG supplies. The environmental impact of traditional fuels is addressed through cogeneration and advanced cycle technologies.

Energy Efficiency and Policy Considerations
Energy efficiency and policy play a crucial role in promoting decarbonization and reduced fossil fuel usage, with high-efficiency thermal power generation technologies offering economic and environmental benefits.

Gas and Renewables Integration
The synergy between renewable energy and natural gas is explored, emphasizing operational flexibility to balance grid reliability. Digital solutions enhance power plant efficiency and reduce emissions.

GE's Role and Innovations
GE advances gas power systems through innovative technologies, with H-class turbines contributing to global power generation efficiency and reliability.

Case Study - EDF Bouchain
EDF Energy's power plant in Bouchain, France, achieved world-leading efficiency with GE's 9HA.01 turbine, demonstrating the potential of advanced gas turbine technology in reducing emissions and supporting grid stability.

Overview of Cogeneration
Cogeneration involves generating electricity and capturing exhaust heat for additional uses, achieving up to 95% efficiency and reducing energy usage by up to 40%. It is favored for its flexibility and cost savings.

GE's Role in Cogeneration
GE provides a wide range of gas turbines and engines for cogeneration, with over 10,000 units in operation, supporting various outputs and customer needs.

Case Studies

TGK-16 in Russia: Upgraded its Kazan CHP-3 plant with a GE 9HA.01 gas turbine, increasing capacity and efficiency.
Bio-PAPPEL in Mexico: Installed a 30 MW cogeneration plant to support paper production and sustainability goals.
Hudson Yards in New York: Features a 13.2 MW cogeneration system for efficient power and water heating/cooling.

Fuel Flexibility
GE's gas turbines and engines are designed for fuel flexibility, allowing the use of various traditional and non-traditional fuels, enhancing energy stability and security.

High Efficiency Solutions (HES)
GE's HES combines aeroderivative gas turbines with a bottoming cycle for efficient power generation, offering fast deployment and high efficiency.

Gas-to-Power Applications
With increasing global natural gas networks, gas power is becoming a preferred choice for its low cost and environmental benefits, supported by GE's efficient and flexible technology.

Floating Power Solutions
GE offers floating power solutions for regions with land constraints, providing mobile and efficient power generation options.

Hybrid Power Solutions
GE's hybrid systems combine multiple power sources and energy storage to optimize performance and integrate renewables effectively.

Conclusion
GE's comprehensive approach to power plant development focuses on efficiency, flexibility, and customer needs, ensuring reduced costs and improved reliability.

Overview of Power Plant Systems
1. Topping Cycle: Involves the gas turbine and its systems.
2. Bottoming Cycle: Includes the steam turbine, heat recovery steam generator (HRSG), and heat rejection systems.
3. Electrical Conversion: Systems for power production and export to the grid.
4. Digital & Controls: Systems for protection, control, monitoring, and performance improvement.

GE’s Plant Approach
GE collaborates with customers to create custom-engineered solutions tailored to specific business and operational needs, offering a global team for economic analysis and off-design performance support.

Solutions Tailored to Your Needs
GE’s Energy Financial Services provides financing solutions, including equity investments and debt options like leasing, with configurations depending on customer-specific requirements.

Configurations that Perform
GE offers equipment from basic to full turnkey solutions, ensuring comprehensive performance and operability guarantees, reducing risks and improving financing and insurance terms.

Extended Scope of Supply
GE’s modular architecture for gas turbines reduces onsite work, enhances process efficiency, and minimizes risks, offering more room for maintenance and reducing installation time and cost.

Service and Digital Solutions
GE’s Power Services team provides solutions for competitiveness and profitability, with digital solutions optimizing critical components for changing market conditions.

9HA and 7HA Gas Turbines
The 9HA gas turbine offers high efficiency and operational flexibility, while the 7HA gas turbine provides impressive performance with fast ramp-up times and fuel flexibility.

Customer Highlights
1. Aluminum Bahrain B.S.C. (Alba) Power Station 5: Utilizes H-class technology for efficient power generation.
2. Tambak Lorok Combined Cycle Power Plant Block 3: Provides efficient power generation for Java, Indonesia.
3. Porto de Sergipe Combined Cycle Power Plant: Located in Brazil, focuses on affordable and reliable power generation.

Overview: The document discusses various clean energy solutions and advancements in power plant technology, focusing on the integration of natural gas-fired plants with renewable energy sources to enhance efficiency and reduce emissions.

Renewable Energy in Brazil: Brazil is significantly reliant on renewable energy, with 83% of its domestically produced power coming from such sources. However, diversification is necessary, and Centrais Elétricas de Sergipe S.A. (CELSE) is working to improve fossil fuel-fired power plants' efficiency.

GE's Natural Gas-Fired Plant in Brazil: GE is constructing a 1.5 GW natural gas-fired plant in Brazil, which will meet 15% of Northeast Brazil's energy demand, achieving over 62% efficiency and complementing renewable energy by providing rapid power delivery.

Nishi-Nagoya Thermal Power Station Upgrade in Japan: In Japan, the Nishi-Nagoya Thermal Power Station is being upgraded with GE's 7HA.01 gas turbines to increase efficiency from 40% to 62%, supporting cleaner energy production with reduced emissions.

GE's 9F Gas Turbine Technology: GE's 9F gas turbines are highlighted for their reliability and versatility, offering combined cycle efficiency of over 60% and suitable for various applications.

Ghorashal Unit 4 Repowering Project in Bangladesh: Bangladesh is enhancing its power generation capacity by converting existing plants to combined cycle operations, using GE's 9F.04 gas turbine to increase output and efficiency.

Langfang Power Plant in China: As part of China's plan to add gas-fired capacity, the Langfang plant will use GE's 9F.05 gas turbines to provide 494 MW of power with high efficiency and low emissions.

Salem Harbor Generating Station in the USA: The Salem Harbor station has been transformed from coal and oil-fired units to a natural gas-fired combined cycle plant, featuring GE's 7F.05 turbines for improved efficiency and emissions control.

Waad Al Shamal Power Plant in Saudi Arabia: This plant will support mining operations with a combination of GE's 7F.05 gas turbines and a solar component, enhancing flexibility and reducing costs.

9E & GT13E2 Power Plants: GE's 9E and GT13E2 turbines are designed for diverse fuel types and extreme conditions, offering high efficiency and rapid deployment capabilities.

Kelar Combined Cycle Power Plant in Chile: The plant, powered by GT13E2 turbines, supports sustainable growth in copper mining with high efficiency and reliability.

Kelar Power Plant
The Kelar power plant in Mejillones, Chile, is designed to achieve around 54% overall plant efficiency, aiming to replace coal-based power generation and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 1.5 million tonnes annually.

Futtsu Power Station Block 1 Upgrade
Located in Futtsu, Chiba, Japan, this project addresses electricity shortages post-2011 earthquake by upgrading six 9E.04 gas turbines to increase output and improve efficiency.

GE 7E Gas Turbines
Known for reliability, the 7E gas turbines offer tri-fuel capability and are used in various applications, enhancing production capacity and steam output.

LMS100 Aeroderivative Gas Turbines
The LMS100 turbine offers high efficiency and rapid startup, ideal for areas with high renewable penetration, adding significant capacity.

LM9000 Gas Turbines
Launched in 2017, the LM9000 turbine is derived from GE's aviation engines, offering fast start and high efficiency, suitable for peaking applications and retrofits.

Overview: The document provides detailed technical specifications and performance data for various GE gas turbine models, highlighting their capabilities, sustainability features, and versatility in different power generation applications.

1. GE 6F Gas Turbines:

Performance: Offers superior performance with 32,000-hour inspection intervals, suitable for harsh environments.
Applications: Ideal for combined cycle and CHP performance, with high exhaust energy for diverse CHP needs.
Customer Case Studies: Includes projects like Jeju LNG Combined Cycle Power Plant in Korea and Huaneng Guilin Distributed Energy Project in China.

2. GE LM6000 Gas Turbines:

Performance: Known for high reliability with over 37 million operating hours.
Applications: Suitable for peaking to baseload operations, with applications in combined cycle, simple cycle, and cogeneration.
Customer Case Studies: Highlights include the Glenarm Repowering Project in California and the Ubungo Power Plant Upgrade in Tanzania.

3. GE 6B Gas Turbines:

Performance: Provides rugged and reliable power with the ability to ramp quickly and operate on non-standard fuels.
Applications: Suitable for industrial power generation and cogeneration, with high steam pressure capabilities.
Customer Case Studies: Includes the Gibraltar-San Roque Refinery Upgrade in Spain and the Old Harbour Combined Cycle Power Plant in Jamaica.

Conclusion: GE's gas turbines are designed for high efficiency, reliability, and flexibility, catering to a wide range of power generation needs while addressing environmental concerns through advanced emissions technology.

Overview: The document provides detailed information on various gas power systems and power plants, focusing on the LM2500 and TM2500 series, highlighting their efficiency, reliability, and applications in different regions.

LM2500 Power Plants: The LM2500 series is noted for its high efficiency and reliability, used in combined heat and power (CHP) applications ranging from 20 to 40 MW.

Customer Highlights: Examples include the Bogue Power Station in Jamaica and a power station in South Africa, demonstrating the turbines' flexibility and efficiency in diverse environments.

TM2500 Power Plants: The TM2500 is designed for rapid deployment and flexibility, ideal for temporary power needs or backup power, with significant emissions reductions compared to traditional technologies.

Customer Highlights: Projects in Yemen and Myanmar showcase the TM2500's ability to quickly provide power in challenging conditions.

Gas Turbine Portfolio: GE's range of gas turbines includes the high-efficiency H-Class, the industry-leading F-Class, and the reliable B- and E-Class, each designed for specific applications.

Topping Cycle: The topping cycle is a critical component in power plants, contributing significantly to overall efficiency, with GE focusing on optimizing performance, emissions, and cost.

Introduction
GE has been a pioneer in gas turbine technology, advancing materials, aerodynamics, and manufacturing to enhance performance and efficiency, with significant milestones achieved across various models.

H-Class Milestones
GE's H-Class turbines have set records for efficiency, with the 9HA.01 model achieving a world record for the most efficient combined cycle power plant at EDF's Bouchain plant in France.

F-Class Milestones
Since the introduction of the F-class turbines in 1987, over 1,500 units have been installed, known for their reliability and flexibility.

9F Milestones
The 9F series, introduced in 1991, has sold over 440 units, achieving 18 million fired hours and 260,000 starts by 2018.

9E Milestones
Introduced in 1978, the 9E series has over 660 units in service, with 30 million operating hours by 2018.

7E Milestones
Since 1970, the 7E series has exceeded 1,100 orders and 800,000 starts.

GT13E2 Milestones
From 2002 to 2018, the GT13E2 series increased output by 38 MW and efficiency by 1.6%, with over 165 units in operation.

B- and E-Class Milestones
GE's B- and E-class turbines have operated in harsh environments, with over 3,000 units achieving 140 million operating hours.

Aeroderivative Milestones
GE's aeroderivative turbines, derived from aviation engines, have surpassed 100 million operating hours.

Conclusion
GE's gas turbines have a proven track record of reliability and efficiency, with continuous innovation supporting its leadership in the power generation industry.

Introduction and Key Developments:
GE has been actively involved in the development and operation of advanced gas turbines, with significant milestones achieved between 2016 and 2018.

Operational Milestones:
Several plants across the globe have commenced operations using GE's HA turbines, achieving significant operating hours and expansions.

Emergency and Mobile Power Solutions:
GE's TM2500 mobile gas turbine units provide rapid power solutions, capable of being deployed in less than 11 days.

Fuel Flexibility and Technological Advancements:
GE has developed a robust platform for fuel flexibility, allowing its turbines to operate on a wide range of fuels.

Fuel Conditioning and Environmental Safeguards:
GE provides comprehensive solutions for fuel conditioning, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with environmental regulations.

Combustion and Startup: The document discusses the challenges of using alternative fuels in gas turbines, highlighting the need for startup fuels and advanced controls to manage fuel variations.

Post-Combustion Processes: It covers the importance of turbine and HRSG washes to remove ash and sulfates, with compliance to NOx and CO regulations.

Bottoming Cycle: The bottoming cycle is crucial for converting exhaust energy into electrical power, enhancing plant output and efficiency.

HRSG Offerings: GE's HRSG technology is tailored to customer needs, integrating seamlessly with other power plant components.

Steam Turbine Offerings: GE's steam turbines offer a wide range of outputs, designed for flexibility and sustainability.

Heat Exchanger Offerings: GE provides a variety of heat rejection systems, designed to optimize plant efficiency and reliability.

Electrical Conversion: The final section mentions the role of electrical conversion in supplying power to the grid.

Overview and Scope
GE offers a comprehensive portfolio of generators and Electrical Balance of Plant (EBoP) solutions, leveraging over a century of experience in high voltage solutions for power generation, transmission, and distribution.

Generator Portfolio
GE's generators are categorized based on cooling methods: air-cooled, hydrogen-cooled, and water-cooled, designed for flexibility, efficiency, and high output.

Proven Technology
GE employs advanced technologies for mechanical integrity, optimal thermal performance, and continuous monitoring to manage maintenance and reduce costs.

Electrical Balance of Plant (EBoP)
GE's EBoP solutions ensure efficient connection of power plants to the electrical grid, offering equipment and engineered packages for full EPC implementation.

Plant Controls
GE's plant controls optimize performance and operability, integrating turbine and plant controls with real-time strategies.

Customer Benefits
GE's solutions offer benefits such as reduced maintenance costs, increased asset utilization, and enhanced network security.

Overview and Scope
GE's reciprocating engines, including Jenbacher and Waukesha models, are versatile and used in various applications such as urban grid support, industrial cogeneration, and emergency power supply.

Application Highlights
GE's reciprocating engines are used by municipalities, hospitals, and universities to reduce energy costs and carbon footprints.

Jenbacher and Waukesha Gas Engines
Jenbacher gas engines offer a power range up to 10 MW, while Waukesha engines provide up to 3,600 kW, designed for emissions compliance and flexible fuel operation.

Service and Customer Success
GE offers comprehensive service options through a global network, ensuring less downtime and lower operating costs.

Power Generation Validation
GE invests in product validation to ensure reliability and performance, with facilities worldwide supporting testing and validation of gas turbines, steam turbines, and components.

Steam Turbines and Testing Facilities
GE operates several test facilities for steam turbines, providing performance testing and validation for turbine components and systems.

Rig Shaftline Specifications: The rig shaftline is capable of operating at 18,000 RPM, achieving a surface speed of 280 m/s at the seal interface.

Blade Vibration Testing: GE conducts steam turbine airfoil vibration testing at various facilities worldwide, using advanced methods like strain gauging, telemetry, and tip-timing.

Field Measurements: GE performs regular field measurements at customer power plants for research, development, and fault diagnosis.

Generators: The Schenectady facility tests generator components and systems, with a $14 million upgrade enhancing thermal cycling and endurance testing capabilities.

Gas Power Systems: GE has a significant presence in the power industry with over 700 patents and 2,700+ turbines installed.

Product Engineering & Design: GE invests in research and development to address energy poverty and improve power generation efficiency.

Advanced Manufacturing: GE's facility in Greenville, South Carolina, focuses on advanced manufacturing technologies like 3D printing and robotics.

Technical Data: The document provides detailed specifications for various gas turbines, including performance metrics like net output, heat rate, efficiency, and startup times.

Turbine Parameters
Compression pressure ratios range from 18.0 to 24.7 across different models, with air cooling for generators and consistent ramp rates.

SC Plant Performance
Simple Cycle (SC) net output ranges from 21.8 MW to 35.9 MW, with efficiency varying from 33.2% to 36.6%.

CC Plant Performance
Combined Cycle (CC) net output ranges from 32.8 MW to 50.5 MW, with efficiency ranging from 49.1% to 52.9%.

CC Power Plant Features
All models use a two-pressure, non-reheat (2PNRH) bottoming cycle with consistent high-pressure throttle settings.

Technical Data for Aeroderivative Gas Turbines
Models include LMS100, LM9000, and LM6000, with efficiencies ranging from 40.0% to 44.7%.

Fuel Capabilities
Gas turbines can operate on a variety of gaseous and liquid fuels, with specific configurations available for different fuel types.

Notes
Gas turbine ratings are based on specific conditions, and actual performance may vary.

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems

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Gas Power Systems I Table of Contents Contents Industry Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 GE’s Gas Power Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Solutions for Every Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Power Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 GE’s Plant Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 9HA Power Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-3

Gas Power Systems I Industry Overview Industry Overview Global Demand Gas: A Natural Choice for Power Generation Access to affordable, reliable energy is critical to sustaining and growing economies and is fundamental to quality of life in the modern world. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), by 2020, the global economy’s gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to grow by 3.4 percent annually and the population will increase by about 400 million. In line with these economic and demographic forecasts, the IEA projects that total electricity demand will rise by two-thirds through...

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-4

Gas Power Systems I industry Overview Powering the Future Abundant and Accessible A combustible, gaseous mixture of simple hydrocarbon compounds, natural gas is the product of thousands of years of decay of prehistoric plant and animal life . Buried deep underground, natural gas consists mostly of methane but also includes small amounts of other gases1 . According to the International Gas Union (IGU), natural gas reserves are geographically diverse and so substantial that the fuel could meet the world’s energy needs for the next 250 years . With such high supply, the price has decreased in several...

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-5

Gas Power Systems I industry Overview Powering the Future Cleaner Burning Perhaps the biggest environmental benefit of natural gas is that it provides a cleaner alternative to coal and other fossil fuels . Burning natural gas produces 50 percent fewer carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions than coal and significantly less nitrogen oxide (NOx), sulfur oxide (SOx), and fine particulate matter (PM2.5). Fewer greenhouse gas emissions improves air quality, decreases costs, and helps facilities meet increasingly stringent environmental regulations . The Future of Gas Gas is the fastest growing of the fossil...

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-6

Gas Power Systems I Industry Overview Market Considerations Forecast Demand for Gas Power Over the Next Decade INDIA CHINA SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA SUB-SAHARAN AFRICA LATIN AMERICA Energy Access Many areas face nature-related challenges and infrastructure constraints that act as significant barriers to increasing access to electricity. NORTH AMERICA Nature-Related Challenges MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA NORTH AMERICA • uel and gas access F • rid and distribution considerations G • hased construction P LATIN AMERICA MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA Natural gas-fired power plants offer a reliable power generating...

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-7

Gas Power Systems I Industry Overview Energy Efficiency As countries develop, populations swell, new technologies emerge, and demand for energy increases. In the United States, the energy crisis of the 1970s prompted a shift in focus from consumption to efficiency. For governments and individuals, embracing improved total grid efficiency means better economies, better health, a cost-effective way to fight climate change, and reduced energy costs. Industries, utilities, and cogeneration plants however, bear the burden of selecting and implementing the equipment to make that possible. For utilities...

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Powering the Future with Gas Power Systems gepower.com Offerings I 2018-8

Gas Power Systems I GE’s Gas Power Systems GE’s Gas Power Systems Tough challenges need to be met with smart solutions. For 125 years, GE has been delivering innovative products and services that create significant value for power generation customers. Advancing an industry is no easy feat; it takes commitment, knowledge, and above all, an intimate understanding of what customers want and need. GE Gas Power Systems has it all and we are excited to put our global team to work for you. Our focus spans three keys areas. First, we give our customers the capability to meet, and possibly even exceed,...

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Gas Power Systems I Solutions for Every Application Solutions for Every Application From simple cycle and combined cycle power generation to cogeneration, mechanical drive, gas compression and waste-to-power, GE has the experience, gas turbines, and gas engines to serve your needs. Individual operating schemes are vast and varied, and GE is committed to providing a flexible portfolio of products to support a full spectrum of operating needs. GE’s portfolio of power generation and gas compression products provides a sense of certainty in an uncertain world, delivering the operational flexibility...

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Gas Power Systems I Solutions for Every Application Fuel Flexible Also known as combined heat and power (CHP), cogeneration is a highly efficient process that generates electricity and heat simultaneously. A gas turbine or gas engine generates electricity while exhaust heat is captured and recycled to generate hot water, steam, or cold water for other uses like heating or cooling. Cogeneration plants can reach up to 95 percent efficiency; their dual use can decrease energy usage by up to 40 percent. A growing global population, constrained fuel sources, and increasing environmental focus is...

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Gas Power Systems I Solutions for Every Application Small and Intermediate Scale Power An expanding global natural gas network is creating new opportunities that are driving up demand across industries. By 2025, gas consumption is projected to increase by 33 percent (led by the power sector). Low cost, flexible operating characteristics, and environmental advantages position gas as the fuel of choice for power generation. Gas power is fast and affordable, and it’s enabling growth in developing countries. By 2025, 60 percent of global electricity consumption will occur in emerging markets, up...

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