Utah Coal Power Plant to Undergo Green Transformation with Hydrogen Innovation
Key Ideas
  • The Intermountain Power Project in Utah is transitioning from coal to a blend of natural gas and hydrogen, aiming for zero-emissions fuel and significant reductions in carbon emissions.
  • The geologic salt dome underneath the plant will store hydrogen and natural gas blend, offering a unique opportunity for large-scale energy storage and potential partnerships with other plants.
  • Renovations totaling $4.4 billion will modernize the plant and upgrade the transmission system, with a focus on utilizing hydrogen for energy generation and reducing operating emissions by 75%.
  • The Advanced Clean Energy Storage Delta project, supported by a $504 million loan guarantee from the Dept. of Energy, aims to convert renewable energy into green hydrogen, contributing to a more sustainable energy future.
The Intermountain Power Project (IPP) in Utah, after serving six states for four decades, is pivoting towards a green transformation by replacing coal burners with Mitsubishi gas turbines that can run on a blend of natural gas and hydrogen. This innovative shift aims to reduce carbon emissions significantly and move towards a zero-emissions fuel source. The Intermountain Power Agency (IPA) is investing $4.4 billion in total for the plant's modernization and the upgrade of the Southern Transmission System. One of the key highlights of this project is the geologic salt dome beneath the plant, providing a unique opportunity for large-scale energy storage. The caverns underneath the plant will store the hydrogen and natural gas blend, offering storage capacity for future energy transitions and partnerships with other plants interested in transitioning to hydrogen-based energy. The Advanced Clean Energy Storage Delta project, supported by a $504 million loan guarantee from the Dept. of Energy, is a significant part of this transformation. This project aims to convert renewable energy into green hydrogen, paving the way for a more sustainable energy future. Overall, these renovations not only provide an opportunity for energy sharing but also promise a 75% reduction in operating emissions once hydrogen becomes part of the energy mix, with potential for further emission reductions as hydrogen production scales up.
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