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Emissions Reduction Emission reduction strategies at fossil-fired power plants are critical to meeting decarbonization goals. EPA has proposed new emission standards for many coal and gas-fired plants that lean on technologies like hydrogen blending and carbon capture. POWERGEN International highlights state and federal emission regulations impacting plant operations, as well as operational strategies and control technologies to remain in compliance.

 

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Hydrogen Impacts on Gas Turbines: Performance, Emissions and Potential Regulations 

Monday, January 22 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 

In addition to the Technical Conference Program, POWERGEN offers additional education before the floor opens through our POWERGEN University Courses. These workshop format courses allow attendees to gain skills and knowledge in industry fields.

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2023’s Release of New Regulations 

Tuesday, January 23 | 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM | The Great Hall 

2023 has yielded an unprecedented number of new regulatory rules from the U.S. EPA with applicability to the power industry. These new regulations include New Source Performance Standards, Good Neighbor Rule, Effluent Limitation Guidelines, Coal Combustion Residuals, and others. This panel will discuss new, existing, and proposed rules, as well as their applicability, status, potential impact to the industry, and other considerations for compliance to these regulations. 

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EMISSIONS REDUCTION Roundtable

Emissions Reduction Breakfast Roundtables 

Thursday, January 25 | 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM | Rivergate Room  

Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our exclusive breakfast roundtable discussion on emissions reduction. This is your chance to connect with fellow professionals and engage directly with experts in this critical field. Our roundtables are meticulously curated to focus on specific industry topics, and they're facilitated by renowned professionals at the forefront of their domains. These coveted seats are in incredibly high demand, so act swiftly to secure yours today! There are 2 topics to pick from 

  • Tackling New Regulatory Changes at the Technology Level 

  • Impact of Electrification on Utilities 

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  1. 208
    240 mins
    • Powergen University
    This Powergen University course is open to any attendee at an additional fee. To pre-register and reserve a seat, please visit the registration resource center or reach out to info@powergen.com. Learn ...
10:15 AM
  1. 210
    30 mins
    • Optimizing Plant Performance
    Supercritical CO2 cycles are a promising technology that offer the potential for higher efficiencies than Steam Rankine or Organic Rankine cycles, especially at higher temperatures. Led by Gas Technol ...
  2. 207
    30 mins
    • Unlocking Hydrogen's Power Potential
    Electrification is seen as a key solution in the push to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. However, electrifying everything is not possible, especially for hard-to-abate sectors like maritime shipping, ...
11:00 AM
  1. 220
    30 mins
    • Carbon Capture and Emission Controls
    From power generation to steel, cement and chemical production projects, carbon capture and storage (CCS) is gaining interest as a solution to reduce carbon emissions. In this presentation the Global ...
11:15 AM
  1. Exhibit Hall, Booth# 2746
    30 mins
    • KNOWLEDGE HUB: New Energy Mix + Microgrids
    Hybrid and battery energy storage systems are becoming an increasingly important technology. During this session, we will discuss how incorporating generators with battery technology can reduce operat ...
12:15 PM
  1. The Great Hall
    90 mins
    • Mega Session
    All badge holders are eligible to attend. 2023 has yielded an unprecedented number of new regulatory rules from the U.S. EPA with applicability to the power industry. These new regulations include New ...
2:00 PM
  1. 215
    30 mins
    • Decarbonization
    When performing Integrated Resource Planning, the conditions being modeled are key to the right resource selections. Lincoln Electric System used a planning methodology that systematically evaluated r ...
2:45 PM
  1. 205
    30 mins
    • The Smarter Power Plant
    Natural gas- and coal-fired power plants made up nearly 60% of all U.S. electricity production in 2022. However, the growing integration of intermittent renewables requires a re-evaluation of how to o ...
10:00 AM
  1. 207
    30 mins
    • Unlocking Hydrogen's Power Potential
    The U.S. has about 490 GW of installed gas turbine capacity used for power, the majority of which can be retrofitted with various blends of natural gas and hydrogen. These turbines could eventually ta ...
  2. 220
    60 mins
    • Carbon Capture and Emission Controls
    Post combustion carbon capture in the U.S. has unprecedented support. Several projects could reach final investment decision in 2024, but challenges remain. This panel discussion will include project ...
11:30 AM
  1. 207
    30 mins
    • Unlocking Hydrogen's Power Potential
    Hydrogen and ammonia present opportunities for power plant owners to decarbonize their fleets. Retrofitting plants to combust these fuels is possible, with some remaining engineering challenges for lo ...
1:30 PM
  1. Exhibit Hall, Booth# 2746
    30 mins
    • KNOWLEDGE HUB: New Energy Mix + Microgrids
    Microgrid technology is typically understood to mean the integration of multiple generating assets to support common loads. This is certainly true, but emerging technologies are being developed that g ...
2:00 PM
  1. 207
    30 mins
    • Unlocking Hydrogen's Power Potential
    In 2023, JERA Americas upgraded their GE Frame 7F gas turbine at the Linden Cogen Plant in New Jersey with a combustion system retrofit designed to consume significant quantities of hydrogen-dense ref ...
3:30 PM
  1. 220
    30 mins
    • Carbon Capture and Emission Controls
    To demonstrate ION Clean Energy’s carbon capture ICE-31 solvent, several partners have agreed to the engineering, design, development and operation of a 10-metric ton per day CO2 capture pilot at Calp ...
8:00 AM
  1. Breakfast Roundtables
    Rivergate Room
    75 mins
    • Breakfast Roundtables
    Join us on Wednesday for roundtable discussions that give you opportunities to network with peers while engaging with industry experts. Roundtables focused on specific industry topics are moderated by ...
9:30 AM
  1. 217
    30 mins
    • Nuclear's Evolution
    Nuclear energy can provide benefits beyond the provision of 24/7 clean electricity. Interest and investment in advanced reactors has coincided with renewed interest in clean heating, cooling and indus ...
  2. 215
    30 mins
    • Decarbonization
    The path to decarbonization brings its share of challenges. The investment and deployment of infrastructure and new technologies at-scale requires market stakeholders to navigate a complex landscape o ...
  3. 205
    30 mins
    • The Smarter Power Plant
    AI and machine learning present many opportunities for managing carbon emissions in power plants. Digital twins are particularly effective for simulating and testing processes like carbon capture, ena ...
  4. 220
    60 mins
    • Carbon Capture and Emission Controls
    Regulations. Technology. Supply Chain Constraints. The last year has brought changes from a regulatory perspective for air, water, and solid waste from power generation facilities.  This panel will di ...

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