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Waste to Energy
World’s Largest Biomass CFB Plant Goes Online
A 200-MW biomass power plant in Polaniec, Poland, that is owned by GDF Suez and began operations in November is being billed as the largest in the world to use a circulating fluidized bed (CFB) boiler.
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News
Senators Call for Probe on Coal Export Royalties
Leaders of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on Friday called on the Department of the Interior to investigate whether coal companies are understating the value of coal mined on federal and tribal lands to avoid paying full royalties.
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Business
What the Gas Power Industry Sees for the Future
With gas supplies looking strong and a variety of factors exerting negative pressure on other generation resources, 2013 looks to be a solid year for gas-fired power.
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Business
Michigan Community Rejoices over Proposed Combined Cycle Plant
Not everyone is thrilled to have a power plant go up in their neighborhood, but residents of a Michigan town in need of jobs and investment are celebrating theirs.
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O&M
Power Plant Cycling: Growing Regime Needs Better Understanding of Technical and Cost Issues
Increased cycling is now a fact of life for many combined cycle power plants, even those once used for baseload. The shift in regime can have many associated costs, not all of which are obvious.
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Environmental
A Continuing Wave: The Debate Over Regulation of Fracking Rolls On
Shale gas production continues to surge as demand for cheap gas grows. But will state and federal regulation and a wave of local bans choke off the boom?
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News
The Shale Gas Revolution: From the Other Side of the Meter
The shale gas boom is expected to add considerably to the world’s energy mix in coming decades. But this energy-intensive industry is also going to need its own power. How much? Try at least 100 GW worldwide.
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Business
Quarterly Status Report: Global Gas Power Projects
The fourth quarter of 2012 saw continued growth in gas power development, with at least 8 GW of new projects announced for the U.S. alone.
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O&M
When Disaster Strikes: Five Lessons for Infrastructure Owners and Operators
Sooner or later, every plant owner will face a natural disaster. Careful planning, preparation, and teamwork are key to getting through in one piece.
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Fossil Fuels’ Encore
Despite the promise of renewable energy for the future, natural gas is certain to remain the cheapest, most efficient generation resource for the next few decades.