The role of gas in the global energy mix is set to grow significantly, with current estimates suggesting that it will take a 65% share of new added power capacity in the US up to 2035, and this development is driving demand for efficient and flexible turbines. We take a look at the latest generation of gas turbines that can operate at high efficiency even when not at full capacity and are compatible with a range of fuels.
Go deeper with GlobalData
Plant operators are increasingly turning to technologies that allow plants to be controlled and maintained remotely and such systems are proving particularly useful for renewable power sites, which are often unmanned. We explore the benefits of a centralised control room and ask how far the technology can go. We also take a look at new turbine designs that could help make tidal power generation viable on a large scale and find out how real-time thermodynamic modelling is helping operator manage fuel.
Moreover, we investigate the factors behind the increasing cost of decommissioning the UK’s Sellafield nuclear reprocessing facility and ask why power plant MRO markets are booming in Nigeria, Zambia and South Africa.
Click here to read this issue.
In this issue
Cutting Costs
As the industry works towards a levelised cost of energy at £0.18/kWh, Dr Gareth Evans investigates how recent developments in tidal turbine design and technology could help make this goal a reality.
Click here to read the full article.
How well do you really know your competitors?
Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.
Thank you!
Your download email will arrive shortly
Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample
We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form
By GlobalDataRemote Control
Remote control and maintenance technology is proving particularly useful for renewable installations, which are often unmanned. Adam Leach asks how far automation can go.
Click here to read the full article.
Securing Sellafield
As the bill for cleaning up the UK’s Sellafield nuclear reprocessing facility continues to rise, Julian Turner analyses the complex decommissioning processes involved in the mammoth project.
Click here to read the full article.
Maximum Efficiency
Real-time thermodynamic modelling enables operators to accurately measure performance and predict maintenance demands. Heidi Vella finds out more about the potential of the technology.
Click here to read the full article.
Power Surge
As the role of gas-fired power generation grows, Adam Leach explores how manufacturers are maximising the efficiency of gas turbines.
Click here to read the full article.
Maintaining Growth
Nigeria, Zambia and South Africa have become hot spots for power station maintenance, repair and overhaul, according to a Frost &Sullivan report. Heidi Vella finds out why.
Click here to read the full article.
Next Issue
The age-old challenge of finding a balance between affordable, clean and reliable electricity has become ever more acute for the European power sector. We investigate the cots and strategic implications of the industry’s transition to a low carbon future.
We also take a look at Germany’s power market and India’s lofty solar ambitions and explore innovative alternative energy ideas such as ‘wired microbes’ creating power from sewage and new energy harvesting textiles. Moreover, we check in on the progress new small modular reactor designs and hear from GlobalData about the leading markets for carbon capture and storage technology.
Sign up for your free subscription to get future issues delivered directly to your inbox.
Digital magazine FAQ
The online magazine is viewable on any computer with a modern browser such as Chrome or on an iPad via the Future Power Technology magazine app.
View the archive of all previous issues.
