Emerson Builds 700 MW Power Plant with Improved Efficiency and Reduced CO2 Emissions
Published2016.06.16 06:37Emerson Process Management, a process automation specialist, announced that it has transformed a 700 megawatt (MW) class power plant by addressing existing issues and converting it into a clean and efficient coal-fired power station.
The Longview power plant in West Virginia, USA, which had been struggling with frequent power outages and poor performance, is now able to supply reliable and stable-priced electricity to 500,000 households through Emerson's automation technology and services.
Emerson's automation expert team converted the Longview power plant's existing control system to the new Ovation™ technology, enabling operational management across the entire plant. Compared to other projects of similar scale, the automation work was completed in just 13 months, which is twice as fast, demonstrating an achievement that neither Emerson nor the Longview power plant had accomplished before.
Steve Nelson, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Longview power plant, stated: "Emerson played a critical role in rapidly restarting the plant and producing electricity by managing comprehensive automation projects within a short timeframe. Since implementing the new Ovation control, plant stability has significantly improved, allowing for more stable power supply to the grid and increased revenue generation."
The Longview power plant demonstrates CO2 emissions 15% lower than the average coal-fired power plant in the United States, has increased availability to over 98%, and has increased power generation by more than one-third. Additionally, by preventing sudden power outages, the plant is able to save $3 million annually.
Bob Yeager, President of Emerson's Power Generation and Water Solutions business division, stated: "The Longview power plant is a next-generation coal-fired power station that meets current demands for cleaner, more efficient, and reliable power. We are pleased to have achieved these outstanding results through our collaboration with the Longview power plant."
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