GE Vernova Secures Two H-Class Combined Cycle Equipment Orders With Hydrogen Capability to Replace Coal Power Plants in Germany
November 6, 2023 | 6 min read November 6, 2023 | 6 min read- EnBW awarded two hydrogen-ready combined heat and power plants in Heilbronn and Altbach/Deizisau, near Stuttgart, to an international consortium, led by GE Vernova
- The two H-Class gas turbine powered plants are expected to deliver nearly 1.4 GW of electricity and steam for the citizens, commerce and industry of Heilbronn and the larger Stuttgart area
- The two projects will support coal-fired power phase out while enhancing the reliability and stability of the German electricity grid
- GE Vernova’s advanced 9HA.01 gas turbines will be fueled initially by natural gas, with the targeted fuel switch to 100% by volume of hydrogen in the 2030s