SAN RAMON, Calif. – SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 – Just ahead of Climate Week NYC, GE Vernova’s Digital division has introduced CERius™, a groundbreaking carbon emissions management software aimed at aiding energy companies in achieving their net-zero goals. Initially released as a pilot for existing GE Vernova customers, CERius™ is expected to be generally available by early 2024.

The CERius™ software empowers energy organizations to more precisely measure, manage, and utilize insights crucial for tracking carbon neutrality targets. By leveraging machine learning (ML), data analytics, and Digital Twin technology, CERius™ can enhance the accuracy of greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations for scope 1 gas turbines by up to 33%.

Designed to automate accurate GHG data collection and provide actionable recommendations, CERius™ supports scenario analysis, team collaboration, and standardized reporting based on GHG protocols. This technology enables companies to meet evolving regulatory compliance more effectively.

“There is increasing pressure from regulators, investors, and companies committed to net-zero goals to disclose accurate emissions data,” said Amy Cravens, research manager at IDC. “Technologies like GE Vernova’s CERius™ are crucial for improving the accuracy of scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data and abatement planning.”

Scott Reese, CEO of GE Vernova’s Digital business, stated, “Our technology, which helps generate around 30% of the world’s electricity, positions us uniquely to assist customers in decarbonizing their operations. We’ve validated that CERius™ provides 33% greater accuracy for scope 1 emissions in today’s gas turbines, enhancing confidence in utility reporting and emissions reduction.”

CERius™ aids energy companies in managing emissions data, compliance reporting, and strategic planning. Its AI-powered analytics draw from historical, current plant, and enterprise-level processes, offering key benefits including:

• Decarbonization Planning & Activation: Simulate and evaluate different abatement scenarios to optimize carbon management strategies. Assess the impact of various initiatives, like renewable energy integration and energy efficiency measures, to identify effective pathways to net-zero targets.
• Multi-Team Collaboration: Enhance transparency and simplify audit preparations by improving cross-functional visibility among sustainability executives, managers, and operators. Data quality alerts help resolve issues promptly, fostering trust and demonstrating commitment to decarbonization.
• Emissions Tracking: Automate data collection and enhance accuracy to monitor emissions across assets, plants, and enterprise levels for scope 1, 2, and 3. Near real-time data visualization and reporting empower companies to make informed decisions for emissions reduction programs. Improved scope 1 emissions accuracy by using precise data from gas fuel systems and fuel flow.
• Compliance Reporting: Simplify compliance management with automated emissions data collection and analysis. Enhanced accuracy and precision help meet regulatory standards, allowing teams to focus on decarbonization efforts rather than data verification.

By moving from estimates to precise results using Digital Twin technology, CERius™ offers unparalleled emissions data accuracy, enabling better decision-making for carbon reduction. Accurate simulations, such as integrating hydrogen into gas operations, can forecast the impact on emissions, supporting sustainable investments.

“As leaders in Asset Performance Management, we are excited to extend our industry expertise to emissions management,” said Linda Rae, General Manager, Power Generation and Oil & Gas for GE Vernova’s Digital business.

About GE Vernova’s Digital Business

GE Vernova’s Digital division harnesses data to accelerate the new era of energy. Our platforms and intelligent applications drive electrification and decarbonization across the energy ecosystem—from generation to consumption. Over 20,000 global customers rely on our software to plan, predict, manage, and optimize operations for a sustainable future.

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