Abu Dhabi's EWEC to Add 5.1 GW of Thermal Capacity with CCS Provisions

Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--The Emirates Water and Electricity Company (EWEC) (Abu Dhabi) has announced plans to increase its thermal capacity by 5.1 gigawatts (GW) by 2030, with provisions for carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) technology. It involves the commissioning of a 2.6-GW open-cycle gas turbine (OCGT) plant by 2027 and a 2.5-GW combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant in Taweelah by 2028.

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Moreover, to meet growing demand, an additional 9.3 GW of gas capacity will be required by 2030, which will be realized through existing asset extensions, reconfigurations, or commissioning the development of new OCGT and CCGT capacities referenced above. Anchored by a vision of achieving climate neutrality by 2050, EWEC's strategic roadmap underscores Abu Dhabi's leadership in fostering a greener and more resilient energy ecosystem, positioning the emirate at the forefront of global sustainable energy innovation.

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