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Over 40% of energy-related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are due to the burning of fossil fuels specifically for electricity generation. All electricity generation technologies emit greenhouse gases at some point in their life-cycle, except for nuclear fission - which has its own set of unique problems. The average carbon intensity of electricity generated is 475 gCO2/kWh, a 10% improvement on the intensity from 20102. Energy scenarios developed by the International Energy Agency (IEA) suggest that carbon capture and storage (CCS) from power plants might contribute by 2050 to around 10% of the energyrelated carbon dioxide (C02) emission reduction required to stabilise global warming. The first orbital sensor able to pinpoint carbon-dioxide emissions from individual industrial facilities, such as power plants, has now been successfully launched from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. GHGSat C10, known as Vanguard, is the precursor to a new generation of space instruments designed to build on GHGSat’s extensive experience with methane THE GHGSAT SENSOR emissions to provide frequent, accurate and independent PAYLOADS HAVE BEEN high-resolution CO2 data from individual sites. This will transform INTEGRATED INTO THREE the way carbon-dioxide emissions are monitored, reported and SATELLITES.” traded. GHGSat pioneered industrial greenhouse gas emissions monitoring from space in 2016, with the launch of Claire, a demonstrator satellite. Its patented high-resolution technology, able to image down to 25m on the ground, revolutionised the understanding of man-made methane emissions. Today, GHGSat is the global leader in greenhouse gas emissions intelligence, currently making over two million facility measurements per year, on and offshore, with a constellation of nine satellites. The company also provides data to NASA, ESA and the United Nations. The company is now using the same space-proven technology to change the way we monitor carbon-dioxide. Due to its high spatial resolution, Vanguard can hone in on individual targets and accurately attribute emissions. Public CO2 satellites already in orbit are not designed to do this. For the first time, operators of steel mills, power plants and petrochemical complexes will have access to independent, accurate and globally standardised emissions monitoring and data. Although many will have Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS) in place, independent verification can help them optimise day-to-day operations to reduce emissions. It will also improve the quality of Environmental Social and Governance reporting. At a national and international level, high resolution CO2 data will add to the accuracy of emissions inventories, the Global Stocktake and scientific modelling of emissions.

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p. 15 | MARKET REPORT STEAM TURBINE MARKET WORLDWIDE MMR, a market research company has produced a new market Forecast (2023- 2029) on Steam Turbine Market Dynamics: MMR reports that the utilisation of renewable energies is acknowledging global warming because of carbon- dioxide emissions from the burning of fossil fuels. Concerns regarding falling greenhouse gas emissions and a lack of development in nuclear power function are expected to drive demand for renewable energy., report the market analysts.

p. 19-22| GENERATORS A NEW GENERATION OF GENSETS HAS BEEN POWERING ITS WAY AROUND THE WORLD BRUNO Generators Group S.p.A. (BGG) is one of the major world players in manufacturing and distribution of premium industrial gensets and lighting towers for the industry and for the rental business. BRUNO recently took a majority stake in Powertronix which makes UPS units.

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HOSPITAL IN FINLAND MODERNISES ITS POWER SYSTEMS Finland’s largest hospital has future-proofed its life saving power supply thanks to a modernisation program with electrification partner ABB. The Meilahti Hospital Area in Helsinki, which is operated by HUS, upgraded its electrical system to maximise uptime, eliminate the use of SF6, a potent greenhouse gas.

MWM has introduced gas gensets of the TCG 3016 series in the range from 400 kW to 1MW that can be operated on natural gas blended with up to 25% hydrogen. MWM currently offers generator sets configured to enable operation on natural gas blended with up to 25% hydrogen.

p. 28 | GENSETS GENSET FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE HOSPITAL LOCATED IN THE BOLIVIAN ANDES Genesal Energy designed, manufactured and installed a GEN2046YC generator set to provide emergency support for the new hospital’s critical services in the event of a mains failure. The customer specification called for equipment with great autonomy, given the location of the hospital complex. Also, given that the loads of the installation may create an energy regeneration situation, the genset had to cope with this issue too.

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P.31| GENSETS FOUR 400 KVA DIESEL GENSETS FOR A KEY LIVESTOCK PROJECT IN EGYPT

KOHLER has been involved in the supply, installation, and commissioning of four 400 K.V.A KOHLER generators for a livestock project in Egypt .Each state-of-the-art generator ensures uninterrupted power supply, providing peace of mind and comfort to the project for many savings, says the company. Each generator has also been equipped & automated with a fuel system, Since the 1920s, Kohler Co. has become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of power generators.

P.32| TURKEY’S GENSET SECTOR AN ANALYSIS OF CURRENT MARKET TRENDS Turkey’s generator market registered a growth of 13.61% in value shipments in 2022 as compared to 2021 and a decrease of -1.93% CAGR in 2022 over a period of 2017, reports 6W Research. The generator market is becoming less competitive as the HHI index in 2022 was 2802 while in 2017 it was 2534. Neb Saric recently visited some of Turkey leading manufacturers on his fact-finding tour.

P.34| LUBRICANTS NEW GENERATION OF LUBRICANTS FOR H2FUELLED TURBINES AT RESEARCH CENTRE TotalEnergies’ Lubricants division – is currently researching the use of lubricants in hydrogenfuelled turbines. According to the company, TotalEnergies offers innovative, high-performance and environmentally friendly products and services, developed by its R&D centres, which employ over 130 researchers.

P.36| POWER STORAGE ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM OPERATES EMISSION-FREE ON A NORWAY BUILDING SITE An Atlas Copco ZBC energy storage system has been running emission-free on a construction site in Oslo, Norway. Atlas Copco’s ZBC 250-575 energy storage system has been delivering the necessary energy to reline 2,400 metres of pipeline at a residential neighbourhood in Kruttverkveien, in the greater Oslo area, Norway.

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IN BRIEF NEW ALLIANCE COULD BOOST FUEL CELL DEVELOPMENT 3rd November, 2023: China Weichai and Germany Bosch Group have signed a strategic co-operation agreement on future technological innovation. The two parties will strengthen collaboration in the area of new energy, high thermal effi ciency diesel engine, intelligent transport, etc., synergizing the global R&D resources of both parties, capturing more critical core technologies, resolving worldwide issues, and jointly making new contributions to the development of the global industry. Stefan Hartung, Chairman of the Bosch Board of Management Directors of Bosch Group visited the Weichai Group. He met Tan Xuguang, Chairman of Shandong Heavy Industry Group and Chairman of Weichai Power and held discussions and exchanged ideas. Stefan Hartung said that both parties have achieved record-breaking results in the past collaboration, and hoped to further expand the co-operation into fuel cell development.

ENSURING THAT E-VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS REINFORCE SINGAPORE’S GRID Rolls-Royce has supplied three mtu EnergyPacks to system integrator Eigen Energy in Singapore. The compact battery containers ensure sustainable and ultra-fast charging of electric vehicles at three Shell service stations in Singapore. Shell recharge is using electricity from 100% certified renewable sources locally, including the solar panels at the rooftop of these stations. With a power capability of 180 kilowatts per charging station, these e-filling stations are the fastest publicly available in service stations in Singapore. Depending on the vehicle model, a typical 30kWh charging session at these three service stations can now be completed in less than 15 minutes. With the help of the battery containers, electricity from photovoltaic systems is integrated into the energy system, which serves to reduce the CO2 footprint while also offsetting peak electricity loads. During periods of low use by the service stations, the system feeds remaining electricity into the public power grid. The consortium around Eigen Energy and Rolls-Royce’s business unit Power Systems designed and built the battery storage units to meet special safety precautions due to their proximity to the refueling station within the city. Benefits for e-mobility providers include ultra-fast charging and lower electricity costs. E-mobility can potentially cause local grid constraints: If several vehicles charge in parallel at a fast-charging point, the demand for electrical energy increases rapidly and at short notice.

SAUDI ARABIA’S FUTURISTIC MEGACITY WILL NEED 32MW IN 1ST PHASE GENSETS After NEOM, Saudi Arabia is building another megacity, Marafy, in the north of Jeddah. It will create an urban oasis and its highlight will be an 11-kilometre manmade canal, the first in the Kingdom It has been projected that an initial 23MW of prime-powered diesel gensets will be required for Phase 1 of the Marafy construction project which will focus on the first man-made canal to be built in Saudi Arabia. Developers promise it will provide a waterfront comparable in size to those of Chicago, Stockholm, Hamburg, and central London. The idea is to bring the marine environment into the heart of a historic city that has been welcoming traders, travelers, and pilgrims for centuries. The seven-mile-long and 328-feet-wide urban waterway will connect to and extend Obhur Creek and will be surrounded by multiple unique districts. The project is expected to breathe new life into Jeddah, creating an urban water corridor to link homes and communities with nature and commerce. “The facades of the project will be inspired by the historical designs of Jeddah region but with a contemporary twist.” say the designers. The diverse waterside districts will be connected to each other and the rest of Jeddah by an inter-modal transport system with water taxis, buses, and subway. It will also include a direct canal link to the King Abdulaziz International Airport. “Marafy will be a gamechanger on the real estate development sector, raising the bar of development in the region, boosting the quality of life, and creating a huge impact in Jeddah,” ROSHN Group CEO David Grover said. “It is definitely an iconic projects for Jeddah.” www.wipmagazines.com www.powermediagroup.co.uk

COMBINED HEAT & POWER PLANT PROJECT IN SERBIA LINKS KEY EVCHARGING WITH ENERGY FOR GRID INNIO is moving ahead with a project for PAN-LEDI d.o.o. which has selected a Jenbacher J420 engine for a 1 MWe combined heat and power project in Nova Pazova, Serbia. The contract calls for the delivery of a containerized CHP unit which will generate about 1 MWe. The electricity will be used by PAN-LEDI for a electric vehicle (EV) charging station, with excess energy injected into the grid and the engine waste heat sold to a nearby commercial customer. The CHP unit consists of a Jenbacher container and a complete heat recovery system. The Jenbacher CHP plant is expected to be delivered and commissioned at the end of 2023. The Jenbacher CHP plant will be fuelled with hydrogen produced by an electrolyzer which is powered by a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant near Cuprija. The electrolyzer is used to produce green hydrogen for interim storage before the hydrogen is transported from Cuprija to Nova Pazova. Most of the hydrogen will be produced during the summer when the output produced by solar plants is high. In times of low hydrogen supply the CHP plant will run on natural gas, to ensure the continuous provision of energy. The Jenbacher team will work with its distributor, STI d.o.o., to implement, install and service the hydrogen CHP unit. “Our H2-engines provide the flexibility and sustainability to meet PAN-LEDI’s pioneering requirements. INNIO’s technology will deliver carbon-free electricity when hydrogen is available, while maintaining continuity of power generation when hydrogen is scarce,” explains Dr. Olaf Berlien, president and CEO of INNIO. “Using hydrogen or natural gas to operate our combined heat and power plant is critical.”

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Held at the prestigious Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, London, 09:30 – 16:00 on Thursday, December 7th, this event aims to offer the perfect networking opportunities. The GEN-SET, CHP & ENERGY LIVE Conferences are attended by a host of professionals across the Genset, CHP, Data Centre and Consultancy industry sectors. With conference speakers at the top of their respective fields alongside premier display space in a world class venue - this event has grown to become a priority for all those in the power and energy markets. The Conferences will run parallel with prime exhibitor space available in adjoining rooms. Take your products to your customers with the opportunity for networking with experts in all fields of CHP, Data Centres, Consultancy and Gensets. The choice of tabletops is allocated on a ‘first-come-first-served’ basis, so please contact us today and prepare for the highlight of the UK’s Power & Energy calendar for 2023. The venue is situated on London’s iconic South Bank, Park Plaza Westminster Bridge London is just a short walk from Westminster and Waterloo. The event is entirely FREE TO ATTEND and offers an optimal networking space, 2 Conferences, food and drinks available all day, a wide spectrum of Europe’s Tech Experts and attendance by professionals within energy markets at a world-class venue. Each Conference sectiopn involves top speakers from the GEN-SET, CHP & ENERGY sectors of industry.

2023 EVENT KEYNOTE SPEAKER *THE RT. HON DR ALAN WHITEHEAD MP Dr. Alan Whitehead MP is a British politician who has served as Member of Parliament for Southampton Test since 1997. A member of the Labour Party, he has been Shadow Minister for Energy Security, previously Green New Deal and Energy, since 2015. He served as a Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Transport, Local Government and the Regions from 2001 to 2002. Dr Whitehead has lobbied for the increased use of sustainable energy sources, particularly microgeneration. He criticised the results of the Energy Review, and was the co-author of EDM 2204 which states ‘the case for nuclear has not yet been made’ and urged the government to ‘recognise the enormous potential for reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by energy efficiency and conservation, greater use of combined heat and power, and rapid investment in the full range of renewable technologies, including microgeneration. As leader of Southampton City Council in 1986, Mr Whitehead proposed that the city council take measures to become a ‘self sustaining city’ with regard to energy generation. One such measure was the conversion of Southampton Civic Centre to being heated by local reservoirs of geothermal energy. Mr Whitehead sits as a nonexecutive director of the non-profit making SSEL Ltd formed to deliver a CHP project, which was partially funded by the Government as part of the regeneration of outer Shirley. The system recycles the byproduct ‘low grade heat’ made during the electricity generation process.

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THE TRAINING & ENGINEERING HUB A PLACE FOR SELF-DEVELOPMENT As part of the resources available at PowerEx Live 2023 this year we are offering a TRAINING & ENGINEERING HUB in a dedicated area of the exhibition floor: Timings 12.40 – 15.10 JOHN BOOTH is a well-known figure in EU data centre circles, primarily for his role as reviewer for the EU Code of Conduct for Data Centres (Energy Efficiency) EUCOC programme. He welcomes those seeking training.. Offering solid advice and training insights will be ASHLEY BOOKMAN, CEO of Momentum Incorporated. He is a systemic thinker whose primary focus is to understand and provide viable, practical alternatives to the paradigms which are the true cause of our personal, organisational and societal problems. CLINTON NOBLE of of Finning UK is another professional offering advice and encouragement for those sseking training guidance. Another important figure is JONATHAN STOKES, Sales & Marketing Director for Mecc Alte. He has full commercial responsibility for driving the sales team in all of the EMEA markets for Mecc Alte. He is joined by TERRY STRANGE who holds a key position as Workshop manager in Stamford for MeccAlte/ Cabel UK. He has advanced skills in Project Engineering and Commissioning. The well-known company AJ POWER will be providing a 30min training session for all attendees at the conference. AJ Power currently manufactures generating sets at a modern production facility in Craigavon, Northern Ireland, ,UK. www.wipmagazines.com www.powermediagroup.co.uk

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10.00 ROMAIN MOCAER DIESEL & GAS GENSET MARKET OUTLOOK 2023-2030 Gen-Set Statistics - the latest pan-global market analysis from one of industry’s most respected researchers concerning data on gensets & turbines. 10:30 JOHN KERR RECIPROCATING ENGINES NOISE REDUCTION This paper discusses single-sourced solutions which not only meet environmental, regulatory and operational requirements, but help operators reduce costs, improve the efficiency of equipment, and achieve safety and compliance targets. John has considerable expertise in the fields of Exhaust Silencers, Air Intake Silencers, Steam Vent Silencers and Air Movement Silencers. 11:00 IAN BITTERLIN DATA CENTRES - “EMERGENCY STANDBY GENERATORS FOR APPLICATIONS” PART I How does the Performance Class (in ISO 8528-1:2018, Section 7), affect the selection of emergency standby generators for data centre applications? With more than 52 years in engineering including 32 years’ experience in data-centre power and cooling, Ian is a former CTO for Emerson Network Power in EMEA and Visiting Professor to the University of Leeds, and now an Expert Witness for HKA Global. An author of many technical papers on critical power and cooling with presentations and keynote speeches. 11:30 DR ALAN WHITEHEAD MP - KEYNOTE SPEAKER SHADOW MINISTER FOR ENERGY SECURITY “LABOUR’S PLAN TO DELIVER BRITAIN’S LOW-CARBON ENERGY SYSTEM” This looks at Labour’s commitments on the power sector and also touches on hydrogen and carbon capture and storage. CCS can reduce carbon emissions, which could be key to tackling global warming. 12:00 CLINTON NOBLE SUSTAINABILITY IN THE POWER INDUSTRY Finning UK: A reduced carbon future for data centre power will be one of the key themes of this presentation. Other areas under consideration include ‘Onsite Power View Future’ and ‘Low Carbon Integrated Solutions of the Future’. Clinton also discusses carbon reduction committments by large international corporations. 12:30 ARCHIE WATTS-FARMER ACCELERATING THE TRANSITION TO RENEWABLE FUELS CEO of Carnot Engines, Archie discusses tackling the trillion dollar challenge of decarbonising industry, longhaul transport & off-grid power through the world’s most efficient, fuel agnostic, net-zero powertrains. He looks at how the Carnot Engines team has utilised the latest materials in an innovative engine design.

GENSET, CHP & ENERGY LIVE 13:00 LUNCH 30 mins (limited availability - free) 13.30 ADAM PASK EVOLUTION OF ELECTRICAL ECOSYSTEM TOWARDS THE PATH TO NET ZERO Adam is Product Marketing Manager for STAMFORD | AvK. He is an experienced Technology Specialist with a demonstrated history of working in the electrical and electronic manufacturing industry. Skilled in DMAIC, Industrial Engineering, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Root Cause Analysis, and Continuous Improvement. 14:00 IAN BITTERLIN ENERGY STORAGE - “TECHNOLOGY FOR LARGE SCALE APPLICATIONS I.E. BATTERIES” - PART II Large-scale grid scale and grid-edge renewable energy storage need adequate battery storage. Ian is a former CTO for Emerson Network Power in EMEA and Visiting Professor to the University of Leeds, and now an Expert Witness for HKA Global. An author of many technical papers on critical power and cooling with presentations and keynote speeches. 14:30 DOMINIC SPENCER ENABLING FASTER LOAD PICK-UP FOR GENSETS. Dominic is Head of Sales at Bowman Power Group Ltd. His skills are: Project Engineering · Data Analysis · Metalworking · Quality Management · The Bowman Power Group is committed to supplying solutions to enable dependable, ever cleaner, and sustainable provision of power for generations to come 15.00 TERJE ERIKSEN THE POWER OF 10 - MICROGRID POWER SOLUTIONS Terje is part of the sales team at Bergen Engines. He started his career with with Bergen Engines after participating with a Norwegian shipowner at a factory acceptance test of a diesel engine. He is known for adapting skills to suit Bergen generating sets to meet client needs in various industries and power applications. He has an electrical background in a mechanical work environment. More than 25 years later, Terje reports he still enjoys learning something new every day, and aims to share his experience to find the most suitable and profitable power solutions for Bergen Engines clients.

15.30 ROMAIN MOCAER GEN-SET STATISTICS 2023 INTO 2024 Powergen Statistics & market review. Since founding Powergen Statistics in 2011, Romain has delivered consultancy to clients worldwide, including generator, alternator & engine manufacturers, as well as distributors, dealers and investing companies. Specialising in the generator industry he has been a popular speaker at PowerEx Conferences since their inception.

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CONFERENCE GENSET, CHP & ENERGY LIVE SPEAKERS 09.30 BRENDON UYS HOW TO INSTALL HEAT PUMPS SO THAT THEY WORK AND PROVIDE THERMAL COMFORT WHILST SAVING MONEY. Brendon is Technical Director Ultimate Renewables and Director at Heacol Ltd. He is an experienced Managing Director with a demonstrated history of working within the heat pump and low energy heating industry.

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10.00 OLIVER MARTIN-DU PAN NOVEL GAS ENGINE APPLICATIONS WITH DISTRICT HEAT Oliver is a mechanical engineer, holding an engineering doctorate on the operational performance of decentralised energy and district heating systems. He also holds a MSc from the Federal Polytechnic School of Lausanne (EPFL). Oliver’s specialisation was Conception (Design, CAO, CFD), Energy and Renewable Energies. 10.30 LARS CHRISTIAN FABRICIUS HEAT HIGHWAYS AND GREEN HEAT GRIDS. Managing Director of SAV Systems & EnergiRaven. Lars, originally from Denmark, has spent most of his life in the UK. Since 1988 and with Lars at the helm, SAV Systems has been supplying best practice technology solutions from leading Danish technology partners to the Heat Network industry in the UK. 11.00 STEVE HARRIS ENERGY PLANNING POLICY CONSULTING AND MONITORING ON BEHALF OF EALING COUNCIL Steve is a Chartered Architect and independent energy efficiency and renewable energy expert. He works with public and private clients to convert complex energy proposals into understandable terms and concepts. He is a Director of Abergavenny Energy CIC. Technical and Policy Director Energence Ltd. 11:30 [entire theatre] DR ALAN WHITEHEAD - KEYNOTE SPEAKER SHADOW MINISTER FOR ENERGY SECURITY “LABOUR’S PLAN TO DELIVER BRITAIN’S LOW-CARBON ENERGY SYSTEM” This paper looks at Labour’s commitments on the power sector and also touches on hydrogen and carbon capture and storage. CCS can reduce carbon emissions, which could help to address the effects of global warming, he reports. 12:00 RICHARD HANSON-GRAVILLE HIGH TEMPERATURE HEAT PUMPS Director, Heat Web, he looks at hydraulic arrangement and stratification - i.e thermal store connection and logic. He also examines how low return temperatures (<25C) are achieved reliably, without installer balancing.

12.30 MIKE SIMPSON HOW CAN MICROGRIDS & ENERGY STORAGE UNLOCK LOW-CARBON DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS? Chief Commercial and Product Officer - at Cheesecake Energy Ltd, Mike was a Research Fellow in Energy Storage at University of Nottingham and a Development Engineer at TetraFloat Ltd. 13:00 LUNCH 30mins (limited availability - free) 13.30 PROFESSOR MARK BARRETT MODELLING THE LEAST COST ENERGY SYSTEM FOR THE UK He is Professor of Energy and Environmental Systems Modelling Bartlett School Env, Energy & Resources. Dr Barrett (Systems) brought new systems modeling skills to UCL via a short-term Platform funded fellowship. He moved to a RCUK Academic Fellowship and is now a Senior Lecturer. 14:00 PROFESSOR DAVID PEARSON LARGE WATER SOURCE HEAT PUMPS DRIVEN BY RENEWABLE ENERGY WITH ENGINE CHP BACK FOR WHOLE CITY HEATING. IHe is Star Refrigeration group’s sustainable development director. In 2022 Prof. Pearson accepted a visiting professorship at Edinburgh Napier University’s School of Computing, Engineering and The Built Environment, as part of a scheme designed to advance student understanding of the potential applications of renewable heat using heat pumps. 14.30 ERIC LEWIS HOW TO STABILISE, PLAN, CONTROL AND OPERATE THE NATIONAL GRID IN A HIGH RENEWABLE ALL ELECTRIC FUTURE. (PART 1) Chief Engineer for Converteam before becoming a Consultant. His paper looks at how to stabilise, plan, control and operate the National Grid in a high renewable all electric future. Part 1. Grid stability and the development of GB Grid Forming inverters. 15.00 ERIC LEWIS HOW TO STABILISE, PLAN, CONTROL AND OPERATE THE NATIONAL GRID IN A HIGH RENEWABLE ALL ELECTRIC FUTURE. (PART 2) Part 2. Grid stabilization and control plus withstanding a Dunkelflaute event. Eric Lewis now mainly works as an external expert with NGESO particularly on the development of the “Grid Forming Grid Code”. 15.30 DAVE ANDREWS LATEST TECHNOLOGIES IN CHP & COGENERATION Dave Andrews is Chairman of Claverton Energy, an energy Think-Tank made up of industry professionals. He is Conference Chairman.

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IN BRIEF BIOMETHANE PLANT UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN ITALY BIOP, the new brand of the BIOGEST-Group, started the construction of its first own plant operation project (OPO) in Italy. The new project, Collarmele, is located in L’Aquila, Italy, and converts 73,000 tonnes/year of chicken manure and vegetable waste (fennels, carrots, and potatoes) into 500 Nm³/h of biomethane, utilizing BIOGEST PowerRing and PowerDigest technology. The project includes a CO2 liquefaction unit. Romeo D’Amore, Founder Alpalux Energy, declares: “I couldn’t be more thrilled with the progress and success of BIOP’s first plant operation project in Collarmele. It’s truly a milestone moment for both the BIOGEST-Group and the renewable energy sector as a whole.”

OFFSHORE FLOATING SUBSTATIONS ARE THE KEY TO DNV’S PLANS DNV, the independent energy expert and assurance provider, has successfully concluded Phase 1 of its joint industry project (JIP) aimed at establishing offshore substation standards for the growing floating wind sector. The collaborative industry effort has brought together 38 participating companies (including transmission operators, developers, component suppliers, Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation contractors, and yards) to tackle the distinctive challenges associated with floating offshore substations. Floating offshore wind capacity is projected to exceed 260 GW by 2050, as per DNV’s 2023 Energy Transition Outlook (ETO) research. Offshore substations play a crucial role in the scaling of floating offshore wind, serving as hubs to connect multiple wind turbines and transmit renewable energy to markets. Designing and implementing these substations present distinct challenges, including the need for high-voltage dynamic cables and electrical equipment that can withstand the movements of floating structures. With a focus on closing gaps in existing technology and standards applicable to floating substations, the JIP will help the wind industry meet its potential and contribute to the ongoing evolution of the global energy system. The JIP’s Phase 1 primary outcomes include affirming the feasibility of floating offshore substations (FOSS) and export cables.

THREE TAD-1641GE ENGINES BOUGHT FOR A BIODIESEL FACILITY In Brazil, a three-way partnership between Volvo Penta, Brasil Geradores (BRG), and Binatural epitomizes collaboration. Binatural’s biodiesel facility operates with three Volvo Penta-powered BRG gensets. This local trial-adoption of biodiesel blends is aimed at optimizing costs and channeling excess energy back to the local community, while gathering knowledge of how the genset segment can bridge energy gaps sustainably. As a long-time Volvo Penta customer, having served the Brazilian market for over 20 years, BRG Brasil Geradores has accumulated vast experience in developing reliable solutions that maintain a customer’s access to electricity at times of peak consumption or supply disruption. “A production plant on the scale of Binatural’s must not come to an unplanned stop at any time, which means the equipment must be extremely reliable,” explains Silvio de Oliveira, CEO of BRG Brasil Geradores. “The engines were trial tested for 2,000 hours of continuous operation, blending in the biodiesel manufactured onsite by Binatural, and under our supervision, automation, and control technologies. Together, our efforts and knowledge are helping to redefine the future of sustainable biofuel use.” Founded in 2006, Binatural is a major Brazilian industrial group specializing in biodiesel, with a commitment to providing a renewable and clean product that positively impacts society and nature. “The constant search for renewable energy sources and changing Brazil’s energy matrix are very important,” says André Lavor, CEO of Binatural. “Moving our industry with the product we manufacture reinforces our engagement with the planet.”

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GOLDMINE IN MAURITANIA REDUCES COST & EMISSIONS WITH POWERPLANT The Tasiast 24k mine in Mauritania has recently increased capacity to 24,000 tonnes of gold per day — all while reducing costs. Canadian gold/silver giant Kinross, the company that owns and operates the mine, has turned its attention to meeting sustainability targets at the mine, which has a lifetime up to 2033. Kinross has turned to renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 530 kilotonnes over the life of the mine, which could save approximately 180 million litres of fuel over the same period. The Tasiast solar project will have a power generation capacity of 34 megawatts (MW) and a battery system of 18 MW, and provide around 20% of the site’s power. A bespoke end-to-end switchgear and circuit breaker solution from ABB Electrification is being used by ABB partner Voltalia, the company tasked with the systems integration and value chain of the new project. “The mining industry is

committed to reducing its emissions and integrating more renewable energy sources, so it was great to be involved in this innovative project, which uses our space-saving and SF6-free switchgear and circuit breakers to help provide continuous power supply for the new solar plant to operates at peak levels,” says Nuno Nunes, Sales Engineer at ABB Portugal. Nunes has been at ABB for nearly six years, having previously held management roles at Schneider Electric, the world’s most sustainable company. His background is in electrical power and energy qualifications, which have accelerated him towards a specialist career in renewable energy accounts. www.wipmagazines.com www.powermediagroup.co.uk

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MARKET REPORT

NOVEMBER 2023

STEAM TURBINE MARKET WAS VALUED AT US$ 26.82 BN IN 2022 WITH A CAGR OF 2.4%

MR, a market research company has produced a new market Forecast (2023- 2029) on Steam Turbine Market Dynamics: MMR reports that the utilisation of renewable energies is acknowledging global warming because of carbon- dioxide emissions from the burning of fossil fuels. Concerns regarding falling greenhouse gas emissions and a lack of development in nuclear power function are expected to drive demand for renewable energy. Governments of almost every country are showing concern for the pollution and high price maintenance because of which now they are putting stress on renewable energy resources which restrict the development of the global market. The growth in the steam turbines is the better use of combined-cycle natural gas plants, which is a type of natural gas-fired plant, as a reliable resource of energy since renewable resources cannot offer energy 24-hoursper-day, many nations are wanting to change over their coal-terminated plant to gas terminated plants which could prompt the utilization of more modest steam turbines. Thus, it is supposed to support interest for power age steam turbines during the forecast period. The development of the modern world is a prompt to enhancement in electricity demand. Demand for renewable energy resources rises. Electrical energy is created by the use of various renewable energy resources. As a result, the rush in demand for electricity is creating worthwhile opportunities for the development of the market during the forecast period. Setting up the turbines needs a large investment because there are various things to check before setting up the turbine-like regions, key competitors, government procedures, trends, etc. The huge expenses incorporate the establishment of the turbine along with the establishment, framework association, control frameworks, land, street development, electric establishment, and other monetary expenses. The establishment costs shift district to locale and innovation to innovation. Thus, the high establishment costs are really difficult for the development of the steam turbine market during the forecast period. COVID-19 affected the steam turbine market by a huge amount. Strict government rules maintained social distancing and they decided to shut down nearly all business-related places. Manufacturer suffered due to loss of order bookings which has resulted in a decline in demand for energy. The business was affected by a lack

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THE REPORT INVESTIGATES THE STEAM TURBINE MARKET DRIVERS, LIMITATIONS, PROSPECTS, AND BARRIERS. IT INCLUDES INVESTOR RECOMMENDATIONS BASED ON A THOROUGH LOOK AT THE SECTOR. of workers, due to the worldwide lockdown, which decreased the manufacturing power of major manufacturers in the market. Administrative measures to decrease carbon impression alongside mounting ventures towards the progress of enormous scope of nuclear energy activities will drive the market growth. The addition of a modern foundation alongside developing drives to relieve the interest supply space will additionally enhancement to the business development. Petroleum gas and biomass are expected to drive the steam turbine portion of the overall industry. Developing a tendency toward energy advancement combined with a center towards cogeneration will particularly affect the business scene. Government drives to decrease reliance on coal-terminated power age, production decrease standards, and competitive expense of sustainable advances might hamper the business development. Steam Turbine Market Segment Analysis Based on Type, the Steam Turbine Market is segmented into Up to 150 MW, 151-300 MW, and More than 300 MW. In terms of revenue, the category with more than 300 MW contributed for 63.5% of total revenue in 2022. Due to a growing demand for

industrial CHP units, steam turbines with capacities of up to 150 MW are expected to see significant increaseup to 2029. Due to their higher efficiency than single units, CHP units are becoming increasingly used in a variety of process industries. CHP is also a source of direct power, energy, and heat, and it has recently seen an increase in demand. Based on Application, the Global Steam Turbine Market is segmented into power generation, petrochemical, oil & gas, and others. The Oil& Gas segment held the largest market share accounting for 56% in 2022. The process is expected to continue as gas’s share of the global energy mix grows at a rate of 2% per year, displacing oil and, to a lesser extent, coal and nuclear energy. This expansion is occurring both within and outside of national borders, as well as across borders and internationally. The use of gas is increasing in all sectors, including power, heating, industry, petrochemical, and transportation. www.maximizemarketresearch. com

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NOVEMBER 2023

A NEW GENERATION OF GENSETS HAS BEEN POWERING ITS WAY AROUND THE WORLD

RUNO recently took a majority stake in Powertronix, a well-established Italian company with over 37 years of experience in the development, manufacture and global distribution of high-performance Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems (UPS) as well as the manufacture of highly-efficient power storage systems. Chris Archer, MD of BGG UK, explains: “BRUNO is particularly well-known for designing a new line of products which include compact, reliable and ultrasilent generating sets. “BRUNO has always been committed to investing in research and innovation providing its customers with a wide range of products among the most complete in the world. “In recent years BRUNO has been oriented towards increasing its production capability and the quality of its products by focusing on the evolution of new technologies. All the company’s production processes are managed in-house and all its production plants are located in Italy and a new facility in the UK. “We promote industrial synergy and strategic integration,” explains Renato Bruno, CEO of the BRUNO Generators Group of companies. The POWERTRONIX connection The latest addition to the Bruno Generators Group (BGG) is the leading UPS and battery storage specialist company POWERTRONIX. Bruno is well known as one of the major world players in design, manufacturing and distribution of premium industrial generators, lighting towers and battery storage systems. This investment in the highly respected Powertronix brand will fit hand in glove with the group desire of Bruno becoming one of the leading suppliers of battery storage and heavy- duty truck and plant rapid charging systems. From the Bruno point of view this partnership has perfect synergy. Always very keen to be at the cutting edge of green technology, including the launch of its Hydrogen powered generator range at the recent Bauma show. BGG are producing and delivering record -breaking quantities of its market leading STAGE V generator RENTAL range along with the highly- engineered “Enerpack” site battery storage systems. The Project division at Bruno will also be strengthened by having a one stop shop to include generator and a matching UPS package to offer to its installation customers worldwide. For Powertronix Bruno group offer a highly-motivated and advanced research and technical setup. This combined with the industrial and financial power to drive through innovative new technology and deliver new products to the market in very short lead time from conception via testing to manufacturing.

Zoned Gensets for South Atlantic Wellhead platform supplied by Milantractor Milantractor, a BRUNO Group company which is a specialist in zoned oil /gas generators and fire pumps, has delivered a complete mixed diesel/gas generator package to Total Austral SA. The units will be mounted onto an offshore Wellhead platform in part of the Fenix Gas field in South America. The specification was for a 250kVA zone II BT3 class gas-powered generator along with a single marine IMO Tier III diesel 400kVA generator set for a secure zoned application. Both sets are mounted in bespoke DNV pressurized containers which are manufactured within the Bruno group. They are A60 fire rated and complete with an ATEX fire and gas system. The 400kVA Marine diesel set (IMO TIER III) is powered by a Volvo D13MG engine coupled to a STAMFORD S5L1MD41 alternator rated at 500kVA. The rig safe accessories kit includes air shut off valve, spark arrestor muffler and shielded wiring system. The engine benefits from a dual starting

system (hydraulic/Electric). The set is controlled by a ComAp InteliVision 5 display fitted with Inteligen NT card. The 250kVA ATEX gas set (Zone IIB T3) is fitted with a PSI NG 10LT gas engine close coupled to a Leroy Somer 250kVA 4 pole alternator. In order to comply with the exacting specification of the ATEX zone requirement, the set is fitted with an air intake flame trap along with an air shutdown valve and spark arrestor muffler. The starter motor and governor are Exd rated and the unit benefits from shielded wiring. The set has a dry type of manifold turbine which has cover T3 special treatment. The generator is fitted with gas and heat detector sensors packaged within a pressurized DNV container which is also fitted with a purge system. The custom-built BRUNO container is treated to C5-M painting specification designed for hostile offshore environments. Control of the system has been achieved using a ComAp InteliVision 5 display fitted with Inteligen NT card with the gas pressure controller by a gas train pressure reduction system.

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ALL THE PRODUCTION PLANTS OF BRUNO GROUP ARE IN ITALY, STRATEGICALLY LOCATED NEAR GREAT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS,.

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Renato Bruno continued: “The transfer and exchange of technical information with our business partners ensures an acceleration of our time to market by offering highly innovative products. “This mutual exchange of knowledge between BRUNO Group companies reflects in the production processes which are constantly updated. inGenius represents the common way of thinking among the different companies of our Group. InGenius is our way of thinking and operating. inGenius is how we combine research, development, creativity, innovation. inGenius is our way to provide the most ingenious solutions to better satisfy our customers needs.” STAGE V generators BRUNO currently provides generators equipped with STAGE V engines. The complete range of engines are available for all power ranges from 10kVA up to 800 kVA BRUNO also offers customers a twinpack solution >1380kVA with engines which comply with the new STAGE V reference legislation. The production and marketing of this new range of generators reflects the completion of a process of corporate renewal and adaptation to the needs of the market. This process started over the last four years by creating a full range of Tier 4 Final machines for the USA and Canada. This BRUNO range also offers its customer a wide choice of Tier 4 Final engines including all power bands with the option of choosing different equipment depending on the application. The BRUNO group prides itself on its high, versatile production capacity. This is achieved thanks to the latest generation of punching & painting technology, as well as its highly-qualified staff. Yearly production is currently in excess of 14,000 generating sets of different ratings, often with diverse, customised configurations. The production and organisation of the plants meet ISO 9001 Quality Management Standards and guarantee reliable products which operate in some of the worlds’ most difficult environments. BRUNO’s rental range will soon include Stage Vcompliant single-engine 800kVA set mounted in a custom-built sound suppressed canopy or container utilising the patented Bruno VSI technology which offers exceptionally low noise levels.

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INNOVATIVE HYDROGEN POWER The PUNCH Group and Tecnogen have already showcased their latest hydrogen generator with a integrated Formula One-derived flywheel system in Europe. This new technology reflects a partnership between the PUNCH Group and Tecnogen (part of Bruno Generators Group). The hydrogen engine from PUNCH Hydrocells has been combined with a Flywheel Power System by PUNCH Flybrid. These innovative components are integrated into a generator set developed in collaboration with Tecnogen. The PUNCH hydrogen engine is able to achieve a maximum power of 250kW at 3000 rpm in Marine, mobile Off-highway as well as on-highway applications. This specific power of 38kW per Litre has been achieved with state-of-the-art Port Fuel Injection combined with an innovative PUNCH combustion system for high efficiency. The hydrogen engine is controlled by a proprietary PUNCH control unit. In the generator application it achieves an impressive 100kW (Prime Rated Power – PRP) at 1500 rpm and 110kW (PRP) at 1800rpm. Originally developed for

Formula One Racing, PUNCH Flybrid products now enable huge generator set downsizing for dynamic applications like tower cranes, chillers, rock sizers, hoists, mast climbers and pumps. The flywheel system boosts the peak performance and significantly improves the load response of the generator. As a result, fuel & emission savings of over 50% are achieved in dynamic applications. If combined with hydrogen technology, the emissions are reduced close to zero, supporting the efforts of the construction industry to reach Net Zero. The Tecnogen generator is characterised by the use of VSi (Variable Speed Inverter) technology, recognized with European patent n. 2754872, and for the robustness and compactness typical of the Tecnogen FUSTEQ series. This technology allows a significant reduction in consumption as well as a low noise level. With its vertically integrated production, Tecnogen guarantees the control of every single phase of the production process to ensure the highest quality and reliability of the product.

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BRUNO designed its FUSTEQ Series of gensets with the following features: low noise level, innovative VSi cooling system controlled by its special variable speed fans with electric radiator, high LAT (> 55 °C) and low fuel consumption. The FUSTEQ Series includes soundproofed generators in Ultrasilent Canopy from 6 kVA to 660 kVA and 1320 kVA in the Twin Version in container. Specifically built for professional use also under heavy working conditions, this range comes equipped with Scania, Iveco, Kohler, Volvo Penta, Cummins and Perkins engines and with alternators of worldwide reputation. The FUSTEQ Series has proved to be extremely quiet, compact and reliable, ideal for the rental sector. Due to their unique configurations only 13% of the airflow through the unit enters the sealed engine and alternator compartment making the FUSTEQ the ideal choice for harsh environments. Because of its very low noise level, these generating sets are also suitable for the events and entertainment industries. In fact, the Group is focused on the engineering and production of premium generation systems, with high customisation and industry-leading performance in terms of energy efficiency, emissions containment, soundproofing, and resistance to extreme environmental conditions. These product features, deriving from proprietary research and development, are protected by patents, and are particularly appreciated by the rental market. Today, BGG’s generators are used in various sectors such as: energy, oil and gas, telecommunications and data centres, shipbuilding, infrastructure, defence and civil protection (UN, NATO), event organisation (e.g. Tokyo 2020 Olympics and Hollywood studios and leading sports events worldwide. The Group, with four plants in Italy (Piacenza, Grottaminarda, Bari and Milan), and a direct commercial presence in UK, USA and Germany, has an established international presence (exports account for over 60% of turnover) in more than 70 countries with a wide and heterogeneous customer base active in diversified target markets.

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BGGUK supplies a 15MW power plant in the South Atlantic for a prestigious customer BGGUK Ltd - with their Power Solution DDSL and in collaboration with their partners - have designed, supplied and commissioned a 15 MW power plant for a remote island in the South Atlantic. The power plant consists of two different locations. The main plant comprises five STX 6L27/38S medium speed engines coupled with AVK alternators at 11kV, control panel based on PLC microprocessor for each generator, HMI panel for supervision, oil centrifuge system, air starting system with redundancy compressor, exhaust gas heat exchange system, plate heat exchange, combustion air handling unit, fuel and oil tanks and Bruno patented remote cooling system. The plant is designed to supply a constant 10 MW for 24/7 365 and represents the main source of power supply for the whole island, not only in terms of electricity, but also thanks to the heat recovery system a complete and constant supply of hot water to the entire community . The second plant is composed of three containerised generators equipped with Cummins QSK60G5 engines and LEROY SOMER alternators 400V connected with step up transformer 400V/11 kV . The plant is completed by PLC control panel, electric starting systems, fuel and oil tank and remote cooling systems. This standby plant is designed to interface with the main plant and to supply the power in case of the unlikely event of failure of the main site. The interface between the two sites is managed by a complex system of PLC and redundant

connections, designed by Bruno, bringing the security to the highest possible level . AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas, buys a 560kW set Bruno subsidiary Tecnogen’s 560 kW FUSTEQ has now been installed outside the prestigious AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, USA. The stadium is located in a key part of the Mid-Cities region of the Dallas–Fort Worth–Arlington metropolitan statistical area, and in the principal city of the metropolis and region. Last year the genset provided support for the last-second victory of the five-time Vince Lombardi Trophy winners against Cincinnati Bengals on September 18, 2022, during Week 2 of the NFL regular season. The stadium, with a capacity of about 80,000 seats, now enjoys power supplied by a FUSTEQ generating set. This genset incorporated the latest innovations in the field of exhaust emissions. Thanks to the Tier4F/ Stage V engines the genset achieved a noise level of approximately 60 dBA at 7-metres. It also has VSi (variable speed inverter) technology which allows a reduction in fuel consumption and improved performance even under extreme environmental conditions.

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GENERATORS BRUNO recently launched its latest generation Hybrid FUSTEQ STAGE V compliant hybrid generator (also available with Tier IV Final engines) on the market. Thanks to the synergy between BRUNO and Archimede Energia (BGG Group), the technology of FUSTEQ generators integrates with the versatility of the new energy-dense ÆnerBox® lithium batteries, available up to a maximum power of 70kW and designed for the specific needs of the telecommunications, services, rental and agricultural markets. The Hybrid CUBE generator (22kVA standby) mounts six ÆnerBox® lithium batteries that guarantee high performance in terms of power and reliability with a photovoltaic panel (optional) and an EV CCS2 charging socket for charging AC electric vehicles. This product uses the control of charging in DC current through a variable speed system and integrates the management of bidirectional inverters that allow the discharge and charging of batteries from the power grid and photovoltaic panels. The new batteries are entirely made in Italy based on a software conceived and developed by the company’s Research and Development department. The Battery Management System has also been designed and built internally using BRUNO’s own electronic and mechanical expertise. Other key features, such as the high number of charging cycles, the absence of maintenance, the ability to perform rapid partial charges and the wide temperature range, make this product the best solution for energy storage. Chris Archer comments: “BRUNO is well-known for its range of energy storage systems and hybrid solutions based on batteries with Lithium technology (LiNMC type) made in Italy. “Lithium batteries are not closed and inaccessible boxes, but they communicate with inverters, solar chargers, permanent magnet generators and they integrate perfectly in a highly-efficient system. Hermes M3 is the Battery Management System (BMS) designed and produced by Cevlab and Archimede, partner companies of the BRUNO Group. This allows this high level of integration and efficiency. The software is also developed in-house by ourselves.” Renato Bruno explained the company’s ethos: “BRUNO is now one of the leading manufacturer of generating sets. The expansion strategy of our young and dynamic management, together with a constant investment in new technology (around 15% of yearly turnover) have brought excellent results and established a rapid growth and a productive output. “The BRUNO Group plants reflect a modern industrial complex covering 100,000m2. The company philosophy aims for the constant improvement of product quality and the satisfaction of customer demands through maximised energy performance. Our distribution network provides prodcust and services to more than 50 countries worldwide. Exports make up 70% of total sales.” www.brunogenerators.it

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BRUNO’s development work with AdBlue systems Selective Catalytic Reduction for gensets (also known as SCR) has been found to reduce NOx emissions by combining exhaust gases with the reductant AdBlue (a type of urea) and passing it over a catalyst. AdBlue is 32% ammonia dissolved in purified water. It is handled in diluted form as it is much less harmful. When AdBlue passes over the SCR catalyst, a chemical reaction happens that converts nitrogen oxides into less harmful nitrogen, water and sometimes carbondioxide, which is then expelled through the exhaust. This is ‘Selective’ because the process focusses on NOx. The reaction is known as ‘Reduction’ because the AdBlue is a reducing agent, converting the NOx into nitrogen, water and CO2. Bruno has developed a special bulk AdBlue tank which sits under the genset where it is used to neutralise harmful emissions.

This system has been designed to feed in the correct AdBlue levels without the risk of an operator either overfilling or even underfilling the system. AdBlue is a mixture of 32.5% urea and 67.5% de-ionized water. This liquid is injected into the exhaust system of diesel genset engines, where it heats up and releases ammonia. This acts as a catalyst, leading to a chemical reaction which converts the harmful nitrogen-oxides produced by the engine into harmless water vapour and nitrogen. This helps to make the emissions much safer and less toxic. Alessandro De Gianni, Export Manager for the Bruno Generators Group S.P.A, comments: “As far as the AdBlue system for BRUNO is concerned we manufacture everything in-house and offer full client support. We take ownership of the complete issue. If you are specialising in Rental you really have to see it from the point of view of the renter.”

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HOSPITAL IN FINLAND MODERNIZES ITS POWER SYSTEMS TO ENSURE MISSION-CRITICAL UPTIME

inland’s largest hospital has future-proofed its life saving power supply thanks to a modernization program with electrification partner ABB. The Meilahti Hospital Area in Helsinki, which is operated by HUS, upgraded its electrical system to maximize uptime, eliminate the use of SF6, a potent greenhouse gas, in the medium-voltage (MV) switchgear, extend the life of electrical equipment and optimize hospital operations. The Meilahti Hospital Area uses the same amount of electricity a year as a small town, and delivers healthcare to more than half a million patients annually, so having a reliable and safe power supply is critical to providing a dependable service where lives are at stake. Jari-Pekka Korhonen, Operations Manager for HUS Kiinteistöt Oy, the organization which manages real estate services for HUS, said: “What matters most is that in our hospitals, the healthcare professionals can perform surgeries and treat patients safely – and that the power supply won’t cause any problems for them. We’re well-prepared to face any problems with the power distribution. This is all down to the reliable, high-quality products and solutions ABB provides.” The upgrades included a turnkey MV circuit breaker retrofit, where SF6-insulated models have been replaced with next generation VD4 vacuum circuit breakers. These new devices clear potentially harmful short-circuit faults in tens of milliseconds, thereby preventing severe damage to the hospital’s electrical infrastructure and minimizing the risk of downtime. What’s more, thanks to ABB’s full-circle end of life service, the old SF6 breakers and gases were disposed of safely and sustainably, eliminating the risk of severe environmental impact and adhering to strict national laws. The ageing relays in the switchgear were also replaced with ABB’s Relion® protection relays from the 615 series, REF615. These protection relays offer extensive protection and control functionality to ensure uninterrupted power supply. In this project, a solution was implemented where reliable and fast arc fault protection is now ensured with ABB’s REA 101 modules. The protection is based on optical arc flash detection with fiber-optic light sensors, tripping at arc faults in milliseconds. Sixten Holm, Business Development Manager at ABB in Finland, said: “For service providers such as

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maintenance ensures early warnings of any potential failures, providing crucial information to act upon to avoid unplanned downtime. In addition, specific condition monitoring for the MV switchgear is now available, which allows HUS to carry out maintenance when necessary, according to the actual condition of the devices. ABB’s SWICOM diagnostics system reports the mechanical and electrical health status of the equipment in real-time. One SWICOM unit is enough to cover the data of the entire switchgear system. The data can be viewed – anytime, anywhere and even remotely. At HUS, SWICOM will soon be extended, allowing other equipment to also benefit. As part of the project, the low-voltage circuit breakers were also upgraded to enable connectivity to the ABB Ability™ cloud service for first-hand condition monitoring. www.abb.com

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WM has introduced gas gensets of the TCG 3016 series in the range from 400 kW to 1MW that can be operated on natural gas blended with up to 25% hydrogen. MWM currently offers generator sets configured to enable operation on natural gas blended with up to 25% hydrogen for continuous, prime, and load management applications. Additionally, the company offers retrofit kits that provide hydrogen blending capabilities of up to 25% hydrogen for existing plants. Powerful hydrogen-based energy solutions Renewable hydrogen fuel can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. “We offer our customers hydrogen-based high-performance energy solutions that can help them reduce greenhouse gas emissions and use more sustainable energy sources,” explains Tim Scott, MWM Director. MWM gas generator sets can already be operated with up to 10 percent hydrogen blends and are characterised by their high efficiency in decentralised energy generation. MWM generators are traditionally at the forefront when using alternative types of gas for power generation. The generator sets can be configured to operate on a wide range of biogas fuels, including digestor biogas, landfill gas, and wastewater biogas. The development and launch of hydrogen-blended solutions address growing customer demand as the hydrogen supply infrastructure matures. MWM is committed to helping customers meet their climate-related goals by providing products that facilitate the fuel transition, increase operational efficiency and reduce emissions.

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NOVEMBER 2023

GENSET FOR HIGH-ALTITUDE HOSPITAL LOCATED IN THE BOLIVIAN ANDES

he new Gastroenterology Hospital of La Paz, in Bolivia, will be the first ‘Level 4’ Hospital in the country and is set to offer a quality benchmark throughout all of South America. Currently under construction, the INSTITUTO GASTROENTEROLOGICO building is located at an altitude of 3,600 metres above sea level and will provide the most advanced comprehensive care for gastric disorders thanks to 14 sub-medical specialties and a staff of more than 600 hospital professionals. La Paz is the capital of Bolivia and is the seat of government of the Plurinational State of Bolivia. With an estimated 816,044 residents as of 2020, La Paz is the third-most populous city in Bolivia. Its metropolitan area, which is formed by La Paz, El Alto, Achocalla, Viacha, and Mecapaca makes up the second most populous urban area in Bolivia, with a population of 2.2 million, after Santa Cruz de la Sierra with a population of 2.3 million. It is also the capital of the La Paz Department. Maintaining a ontinuous supply of electricity is always important but when it comes to hospitals, it is vital. Only top-quality, robust and 100% reliable equipment can guarantee the safety of patients, staff and infrastructure. Genesal Energy designed, manufactured and installed a GEN2046YC generator set to provide emergency support for the new hospital’s critical services in the event of a mains failure. The customer specification called for equipment with great autonomy, given the location of the hospital complex. Also, given that the loads of the installation may create an energy regeneration situation, the genset also has inverse-power and excitation-loss protections to ensure that the equipment will not be damaged if the power of any of these regenerative loads is excessive

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both people and equipment alike. All of this makes owning a generator set, whether for permanent or backup operation, essential, reports Genesal Energy. In remote locations like the Andes the use of generator sets becomes vital in order to guarantee a stable and reliable power supply. The generator set should be capable of generating a “master” electrical network, defining the network’s voltage and current. Whether it be as a backup for the safety of the installation, or part of a permanent generation system, the generator set system must be reliable and robust. The type of fuel which tends to be used most is diesel. In this case, a guarantee of fuel supply must be provided, as fuel supply can potentially be complicated, especially in remote areas. It’s vitally important that maintenance tasks are carried out correctly in order to guarantee correct operation. Gensets must be capable of supplying electric power for prolonged periods of time, and should include a technical potential to receive fuel safely during their operation. genesalenergy.com

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NOVEMBER 2023

FOUR 400 KVA DIESEL GENSETS FOR A KEY LIVESTOCK PROJECT IN EGYPT

OHLER has been involved in the supply, installation, and commissioning of four 400 K.V.A KOHLER generators for a livestock project in Egypt . Each state-of-the-art generator ensures uninterrupted power supply, providing peace of mind and comfort to the project for many savings, says the company. Each generator has also been equipped & automated with a fuel system, Since the 1920s, Kohler Co. has become one of the world’s leading manufacturers of power generators. The company has continued to specifically design generators to suit every application, offering clients a solution which suits their needs. The KV400C2 is one KOHLER 400 kVA generator which can be supplied with an optional automatic transfer switch which will allow the detection of a power outage and then turn the generator on automatically. Being a 100% European manufactured product, this will ensure its effectiveness and reliability in the protection of your facility. The KV400C2 features a special engine: the VOLVO TAD1341GE-B – along with the TAD1342GE-B and TAD1343GE-B variants these represent are powerful, reliable and economical generating diesel genset engines built on the dependable in-line six design, offering durability and low noise. They are designed for easiest, fastest and most economical installation and are field-tested to ensure highest standard of durability and long life. Well-balanced to produce smooth and vibration-free operation with low noise level, the gensets maintain a controlled working temperature in cylinders and combustion chambers as each the engine is equipped with piston cooling. The engine is also fitted with replaceable cylinder liners and valve seats/guides to ensure maximum durability and service life of the engine. Low exhaust emission The state of the art, high-tech injection and charging system with low internal losses contribute to excellent combustion and low fuel consumption. The TAD1341GE-B, TAD1342GE-B and TAD1343GE-B engines are emission-certified. An electronicallycontrolled viscous fan drive is available giving substantially lower noise and fuel consumption. Easy service and maintenance Easily accessible service and maintenance points contribute to the ease of service of the engine.

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NOVEMBER 2023

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urkey’s generator market registered a growth of 13.61% in value shipments in 2022 as compared to 2021 and a decrease of -1.93% CAGR in 2022 over a period of 2017, reports 6W Research [www.6wresearch.com]. The generator market is becoming less competitive as the HHI index in 2022 was 2802 while in 2017 it was 2534 [Herfindahl Index measures the competitiveness of exporting countries]. As a nation Turkey has reportedly relied more on domestic production to meet its growing demand in its gensetmarket. ools in all processes from supplier selection to manufacturing, and from product development to quality standards. In Turkey the diesel genset (generator) market has been growing significantly over the years. The increasing demand for ecologically friendly gensets that uses fuels such as biogas and natural gas is the latest development in this market in market. The industry is also now witnessing a shift towards sustainability due to concern about rising carbon emissions. The incorporation of IoT technology with diesel gensets is a major development in the Turkey Diesel

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genset market, report the market analysts from 6W Research. Due to the latest advancements, remote monitoring of these diesel units has also become an advantageous feature. The demand for portable generators is increasing nationally as they are lightweight and ideal for those places where access to power is limited. The manufacturers in the market are constantly improvising their products through the latest technologies such as smart controls and automatic transfer switches. All these technical advacnements indicate that the Turkey Diesel Genset Industry is evolving, reports 6W Research. The growing construction sector in Turkey is backed by the government’s increasing investments in building roads, bridges, and railways. This is propelling the growth of the diesel genset market in Turkey. Market development is also being driven by the factors such as increasing urbanisation and rising disposable income. Increasing urbanisation coupled with a growing population is boosting the demand

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combustion is transported through the rings and cylinders and the blow-by circuit. After a few hours of operation, this “combustion water” comes in contact with the lubricating oil. Operating conditions at low load, or intermittently, are favourable to increasing the amount of water in contact with the lubricant. This can jeopardize engine reliability. These conditions are challenging. Lubricant must retain its lubricating properties, keep viscosity grade, protect components against corrosion, and all this over a wide temperature range. Several formulations that will enable the lubricant to absorb large volumes of water are currently being tested, considering the above parameters, in the Totalenergies research centre. TotalEnergies Lubricant is convinced that H2 ICE technology meets the needs of certain applications, where robustness, rapid refueling and the ability to ensure long hours of intense work are required. To support the development of this technology, the company is continuing its research to offer manufacturers and users lubricants adapted to H2 engines, ensuring optimal performance and reliability conditions. lubricants.totalenergies.com

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n Atlas Copco ZBC energy storage system has been running emission-free on a construction site in Oslo, Norway. Atlas Copco’s ZBC 250-575 energy storage system has been delivering the necessary energy to reline 2,400 metres of pipeline at a residential neighbourhood in Kruttverkveien, in the greater Oslo area, Norway. The power grid available on site would not have been enough to cover the load profile of the worksite, which comprises the daily use of two electric excavators, among other machinery. To make up for that deficit and comply with environmental regulations, instead of relying on more traditional diesel-driven alternatives, a battery-based energy storage system manages the energy input provided by the grid and a hydrogen fuel cell, making sure the load demand is covered. The construction sector alone is responsible for over 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. When considering CO2 emissions from energy use, the industry accounts for a staggering 38% of global emissions. In Norway, the goal is to lead the world in decarbonising the construction industry. While construction in Oslo accounts for 7% of the city’s total emissions, it still has a significant impact on local air and noise pollution.

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with more ESS. A greener solution for a more efficient performance. The 10 ft container for Energy Storage System is designed to meet the requirements for off and on grid applications. It is said to be ideal for renewable power plants. Based in lithium ion batteries, this portable product is ready to supply power in the most demanding situation, working in island mode, hybrid solution together with a diesel generator or in parallel with more ESS. “It is a greener solution for a more efficient performance.,” reports the company. www.atlascopco.com

CONSTRUCTION SITE IN OSLO, NORWAY. ATLAS COPCO’S ZBC 250-575 ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM HAS BEEN DELIVERING THE NECESSARY ENERGY TO RELINE 2,400M OF PIPELINE AT A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBOURHOOD.

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DECENTRALISED ENERGY IS THE FUTURE FOR THE UK, NOT NEW OIL AND GAS The Government needs to focus on deploying decentralised energy solutions to ease the cost-of-living crisis and reduce volatility in the long-term, rather than mistakenly pursuing new oil and gas, says the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) in its response to the King’s Speech earlier this month. The trade association, which represents more than 160 organisations, welcomes the promise of new grid connections, which are critical to enabling homes and businesses across the country to make best use of an increasingly renewable and electrified grid, but is disappointed by the suggested direction of travel. Jonny Bairstow, Head of External Affairs at the ADE, said: “Instead of pledging to extract new oil and gas, what the UK needs more than ever is unwavering commitment to the deployment of energy efficiency measures, heat networks, flexibility upgrades and industrial decarbonisation - diluting crucial net zero policies with the aim of reducing costs to consumers is exactly what we should not be doing. “In a recent survey of our members, 75% of decentralised energy sector professionals and businesses said they had suffered a significant erosion of confidence in the wake of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s backpedalling on net zero policies in September. “Such delays not only risk destabilising our commitment to addressing climate change but will also lead to lost jobs and the erosion of business confidence in investing in the UK. The Government needs to bear this in mind as it plans its direction for the next session of Parliament,” he concludes.

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NEW LEGISLATIVE AGENDA ANNOUNCED IN KING’S SPEECH The Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) has produced a member briefing including key insights from today’s King’s Speech, which outlined the government’s proposed legislative agenda for the upcoming parliamentary term. The speech, delivered during the State Opening of Parliament, provided a comprehensive overview of the government’s priorities, focusing on key themes such as growing the economy, strengthening society, and keeping people safe. The ACE member briefing offers a detailed analysis of the significant bills announced during the speech, highlighting their potential implications for the industry. Of particular importance were the Trade (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership) Bill, the Automated Vehicles Bill, and the Rail Reform Bill, which are poised to shape the industry’s landscape. ACE has also issued a press release in response to the King’s Speech: “As the government unveils its legislative plans in the King’s Speech, we acknowledge the significance of some of the proposed bills and initiatives. With an upcoming election slated for January 2025, time is of the essence, and the industry must remain agile in its response to the evolving policy landscape,” reports the Association.

IPowerE’s 2024 Technology Seminar and 75th Annual Luncheon will be held at the Chelsea Harbour Hotel London. The day will commence at 10.00am with a Technology Seminar, followed by a 3-courseLuncheon and guest speakers in the afternoon. The morning Seminar will comprise a multistream programme covering a range of technologies and subject matter, so there will be something which will be relevant to everyone’s business. The Technology Seminar & Annual Luncheon is well established as a key event in the calendar of the power and prime mover industries and is an occasion not to be missed. Book your place now and take the opportunity to catch up on the latest technology developments and to hear and engage with internationally renowned speakers, plus the chance to network with other members, clients and colleagues. Principal Guest: Heather Lewtas, Head of Innovation at UK Atomic Energy Authority We are delighted to have Heather Lewtas, as our Principal Guest and Industry Speaker. Heather leads UKAEA’s activities to identify and develop technical innovations and to translate these into commercial activity with wider benefit. She has been heavily involved in their fusion initiative, leading a group focusing on bridging the gap from proof of concept through industrial realisation to advance fusion energy. She describes her role as “Managing the innovation pipeline process and supporting people across UKAEA to develop innovation opportunities wherever they arise”. Guest Speaker: Andy Green ‘Fastest Man on Earth’ Green is the current holder of the world land speed record, and the first person to break the sound barrier on land. On 25 September 1997 in ThrustSSC he beat the previous record in Black Rock Desert, US, reaching a speed of 714.144 miles per hour (1,149.303 km/h). On 15 October 1997, 50 years and 1 day after the sound barrier was broken in aerial flight by Chuck Yeager, Green reached 763.035 miles per hour (1,227.986 km/h), the first supersonic record (Mach 1.016). His call sign was “Dead Dog”. As the vehicle crossed the speed of sound it created a sonic boom.. Individual ticket price of £195 (+VAT) inclusive of admission to the seminar and luncheon. Application form available from: ipowere.org

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TVR Instruments, a specialist technical distributor of low voltage instrumentation and power management products, are introducing a range of measuring and protection devices for use in domestic and industrial EV charging installations at the forthcoming London EV Show on 28th to 30th November at the London ExCel exhibition centre. FRER Srl, the Italian-based manufacturer of measuring and protection devices, have enhanced their range of earth leakage relays with continued expansion of Type B Earth Leakage Relays for use in installations and sites equipped for electric vehicle charging. A range of three products are suitable for domestic and industrial charge points, roadside EV charging stations or at larger public installations. The domestic charge point market is serviced with the XTDB019 - a residual direct current monitoring module. The XTDB019 is electrically coupled to a protection unit or switching unit and performs the function of the residual direct current monitoring device, in full compliance with the requirements of IEC 62955. As an option, the module can also integrate residual alternate current monitoring, in compliance with the threshold and timing requirements for residual direct current - protection devices (RDC-PD). The module is suitable for use in AC charging stations permanently connected to the mains. The XTDB019 module features a 19mm wide cable passage and is available with optional UART communication. For EV charging station switchboards and applications in large installations FRER produce a series of Type B Earth Leakage Relays. The X35DB, X48DB and X72DB are designed for intuitive and automatic detection of continuous, alternating, and high-frequency leakage currents. The XxxDB series relays feature continuous and real-time monitoring of the fault level current with a colour display indicating the fault level, and a digital indication of the relevant measurements. These programmable relays work with the FRER toroid design TDB sensor range. The TDB range can be used on networks with a mixed AC and DC powered systems and are available with internal dimensions of 28mm to 210mm. The TDB sensor range detect AC and DC leakage current from 30mA to 50A AC and DC. www.tvri.co.uk Ceres’ green hydrogen programme hits key milestone Ceres, a global leader in fuel cell and electrochemical technology, is pleased to share that its first-of-a-kind solid oxide electrolyser is producing hydrogen at partner AVL’s site in Germany. Ceres’ deep expertise in solid oxide technology has allowed it to prosecute an ambitious programme for hydrogen over the past 24 months. This significant technology milestone will see the demonstrator shipped to Shell’s R&D Centre in Bangalore, India, in the coming weeks to substantiate the performance, cost, and operational functionality of Ceres’ electrolyser technology. Ceres is actively engaged across the hydrogen value chain to activate the market for highly efficient solid oxide technology. www.ceres.tech 40

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ABB EXPERTISE ACCELERATING SF6 FREE FUTURE FOR TURKEY

Turkey’s official electricity transmission body, TEIAS, is revamping the country’s power grid with thousands of ABB MV embedded pole parts – complete with embedded vacuum interrupters for rapid and easy circuit breaker construction – to help futureproof the network. TEIAS is benefitting from a bespoke solution from long-standing ABB OEM partner, Ankara-based Astor A.S. Transformator, which meets strict IEC standards and the highest classifications on electrical and mechanical insurance, as well as capacitive current rating. It means that in the last 60 months some 10 percent of Turkey’s outdated SF6 gas insulated breakers have already been upgraded with an accelerated target of 80 percent and 10,000 circuit breakers to be overhauled by 2030. This vacuum transition is helping Turkey align with its European neighbours who have pledged to cut overall F-gas emissions by two-thirds by 2030. ABB’s P6 VG6-S-K Embedded Pole parts proved ideal for Turkey’s predominantly 36kV network, which previously utilized only assembled pole parts. However, embedded pole technology provides peak dielectrical behaviour in the switching device and optimum protection against environmental influences like dust and humidity. Not only that the P6 Embedded Pole construction is ultra compact and lightweight, without compromising performance, and so easier and more efficient to transport and install. A spokesperson for Astor A.S. Transformator said: “We would like to thank ABB for their technical competency, plus excellent supply and financial support from the beginning to the end of this challenging process, which was to design and manufacture an improved 40.5 kV metalclad switchgear with the narrowest footprint in Turkey. “During our R&D period, we investigated many options in order to have the best solution – from a technical, mechanical and dimensional point of view – and after extensive type tests this was shown to be ABB’s P6 VG6-S-K Embedded Pole parts, which have a smaller footprint thanks to their compact design than others in the marketplace. Our highly valued customer TEIAS was also extremely satisfied with the outcome, as it completely modernized their approach and specification.” For ABB the partnership with Astor has been extremely rewarding. Sami Raitakoski, Global Product Group Manager of ABB’s Control & Protection Products, explained: “Our medium voltage expertise is switching up the electrification sector and this is another example of vacuum interrupter embedding technology (which was invented at our award-winning Ratingen factory in Northern Germany) providing a tangible difference. “Both Astor and TEIAS required proven, quality products for this breakthrough circuit breaker specification overhaul, plus we were able to deliver a cost efficient yet robust solution for a price-competitive market – and establish a strong partner relationship for the future. Furthermore, Astor’s MV competency has since qualified them for the development of circuit breakers for various customers - again with ABB components.” www.abb.com

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