FLEXnCONFU
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Description and objectives
Covering the entire value chain, FlexnConfu is a pioneering "market demonstration" project that will contribute to the valorization of European scientific and technological competences in Gas Turbines (GT) and "Power to Gas", and to the creation of a hydrogen and ammonia free society.
As part of the project and to level the load of DC power plants, (Combined Cycle), it is intended to convert electricity into H2 or NH3 as carbon-free fuels through the P2X2P application, to be reused locally in the same power plant to respond to variable demand.
This solution will be demonstrated up to Technology Readiness Level 6 (TLR) by implementing an ammonia power system in a relevant environment (an mGT operating in a smart grid context) and up to TLR 7 by installing a hydrogen system in a real operational environment (at the Ribatejo power plant). To take advantage of the potential of NH3 combustion in reducing CO2 emissions, combustion tests will be performed on the fully operational gas turbine.
The FlexnConfu design will unlock the current situation of combined cycle power plants by improving their flexibility and efficiency. The system ensures a wide replicability potential and a cleaner EU fossil power plant fleet.
Value proposition
- Integrated Concept Demonstration: We achieved the demonstration of an integrated and flexible P2P-CC balance-of-plant concept. This milestone represents significant progress toward practical implementation of innovative technologies.
- Adaptation of Combustion Chamber for Non-Conventional Fuels: We innovated by making the gas turbine combustor capable of burning non-conventional fuels, increasing the versatility and sustainability of the system.
- P2A Modular Solution Development and Demonstration: We created and demonstrated a modular solution for P2A (Power-to-Ammonia), providing an efficient and sustainable option for ammonia production from renewable energy.
- Advanced P2X Component Integration: We implemented P2X component integration using advanced network-oriented controls. This ensures a smooth and efficient connection between different P2X technologies, maximizing their performance and contributing to grid stability.
- Demonstration of Economic Sustainability and Security: We guarantee the demonstration of economic sustainability and security in the implementation of integrated technologies. Our approach focuses on tangible results that are not only efficient, but also economically viable and secure.
Project partners
EDPP, CNET, NPT, MAS, HYGS, PROTON, TP, ENLAB, ICI, CERTH, CIRCE, UNIGE, CU, TUDA, UCL, KTH, CEA, TUE, UORL, ETN