• Pioneering FEED Studies by GE Vernova Targeting Carbon Reduction in Saudi Arabia
• GE Vernova has successfully conducted a series of Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) studies focused on reducing carbon emissions at three power plants in Saudi Arabia. These plants, which utilize GE Vernova’s 7E and 7F gas turbines, were evaluated for their potential to lower emissions and enhance sustainability.
• The studies explored the feasibility of blending hydrogen at up to 32% by volume with natural gas and identified necessary modifications to optimize the performance of these power generation assets.

Innovative Carbon Capture Technologies Proposed to Optimize Cost Efficiency

The assessment of carbon capture technologies suggested that the integration of an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system could result in over 7% reduction in total costs associated with carbon capture facilities. Additionally, the EGR system could save approximately 6% in annual operational expenses for carbon capture, based on the specific site conditions evaluated in the study.

Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia (November 4, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV), in collaboration with Saudi Arabia’s Ash Sharqiyah Operations & Maintenance Company (ASHOMCo), has finalized three FEED studies aimed at assessing the potential for reducing net carbon emissions at three cogeneration plants. These facilities, powered by GE Vernova’s advanced 7E and 7F gas turbines, deliver up to 920 Megawatts (MW) of combined power and produce 1,400 tons per hour of steam—sufficient to power an average of 920,000 Saudi homes.

“We are committed to accelerating solutions that can retrofit existing power plants to align with stringent carbon emissions standards. This partnership with GE Vernova demonstrates our shared vision for a sustainable energy future,” said Rob Hayes, Executive Manager at ASHOMCo. “GE Vernova’s comprehensive study aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of these plants is a significant step forward.”

Hydrogen Readiness and Carbon Capture for a Cleaner Future

GE Vernova conducted thorough assessments to improve the performance and cost-efficiency of potential Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Sequestration (CCUS) systems at these facilities. The 7E and 7F gas turbines are already capable of operating with hydrogen blends, and with certain modifications to the standard combustors, they can accommodate up to 100% hydrogen.

The FEED studies determined that blending up to 32% hydrogen with natural gas at these plants is feasible, with recommendations for adjustments to the existing combustion systems to reach this target. Additionally, the studies evaluated retrofitting options to capture up to 95% of the plants’ carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions.

Optimizing Carbon Capture with Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

The studies concluded that implementing GE Vernova’s EGR system could decrease the total costs of installing a carbon capture system by over 7% compared to traditional methods. Moreover, it could reduce the operational expenses of carbon capture by 6% annually under the site-specific conditions analyzed.

“This landmark carbon capture assessment is the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia,” stated Joseph Anis, President & CEO of GE Vernova’s Gas Power division for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. “Our collaboration with ASHOMCo showcases our commitment to advancing the region’s energy goals. Together, we aim to adopt more sustainable combustion fuels like hydrogen and implement cutting-edge carbon capture technologies to support ASHOMCo’s decarbonization efforts.”

Forward-Looking Statements

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About GE Vernova

GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is a global energy leader comprising the Power, Wind, and Electrification segments. Drawing on over 130 years of industry expertise, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to drive the energy transition by electrifying the world while working to decarbonize it. With a global workforce of over 75,000 across 100+ countries, the company focuses on delivering sustainable and secure energy solutions.

Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, GE Vernova’s Gas Power business specializes in high-efficiency, natural gas-powered technologies and decarbonization solutions, boasting the industry’s largest installed base of approximately 7,000 gas turbines. The company’s mission is captured in its name: “Ver” signifies Earth’s green ecosystems, and “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” symbolizes a new era of low-carbon energy.

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