Paris, France: November 16, 2023 — EDF Systèmes Energétiques Insulaires (SEI) has chosen a consortium of GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business and Eiffage Énergie Systèmes to provide and install a state-of-the-art Synchronous Condenser system at the EDF SEI TAC Jarry Sud power plant in Guadeloupe, France.

This advanced solution aims to stabilize the island’s electrical grid, ensuring reliable power supply by addressing sudden fluctuations and disturbances. The Synchronous Condenser leverages Power Conversion’s expertise in rotating machinery, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative that replicates the synchronous inertia response traditionally supplied by thermal power plants.

“This initiative sets a significant benchmark for our Synchronous Condenser technology, developed and manufactured in France. We are proud to support EDF SEI in its mission to decarbonize Guadeloupe’s energy grid,” said Eric Cotelle, General Manager at Power Conversion, France.

The increasing reliance on renewable energy to cut carbon emissions has heightened grid instability and necessitated modernization of power plant infrastructure. In Guadeloupe, renewable energy usage surged from 23% in 2020 to 35% in 2022.

GE Vernova will deliver a 200 MW.s/25 MVA synchronous generator, including all necessary auxiliary equipment and plant control systems. The project also features a 12-year equipment maintenance contract.

Eiffage Énergie Systèmes will handle electrical distribution from the main transformer to the equipment interface, alongside responsibilities for civil engineering, installation, and site management.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova is a global energy company encompassing Power, Wind, and Electrification segments, supported by its accelerator businesses in Advanced Research, Consulting Services, and Financial Services. With over 130 years of experience addressing global challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify and decarbonize the world. Headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, GE Vernova employs over 80,000 people across more than 140 countries. The Power Conversion business offers energy conversion technologies, systems, and services across power and energy-intensive industries, driving the transformation of the world’s energy infrastructure.

The name GE Vernova reflects its mission: “GE” signifies its legacy of quality and innovation, “Ver” / “verde” represents Earth’s lush ecosystems, and “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” signifies a new era of low-carbon energy. Committed to The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova aims to deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future.

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