3630 Status of IGCC Demonstraion Project
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In Japan coal is an important energy resource in terms of energy security, stability in price and supply. However, coal emits more greenhouse gas than other fossil fuels. IGCC is a promising clean coal technology to harmonize the reduction of greenhouse gas and coal utilization. Japan has been working on development of a unique air-blown IGCC technology that realizes the highest net efficiency and environmental friendliness. Clean Coal Power R&D Co., Ltd. and 9 utilities, EPDC and CRIEPI started the 250MW IGCC demonstration project in 2001. The demonstration project consists of three periods; plant design, construction, and test operation. Currently, the plant is under construction inside the Nakoso power station of Joban Joint Power Co., Ltd. in Iwaki City. Construction will be completed in August 2007, followed by a series of operation tests for 31 months. This paper presents the outline of the demonstration plant and the latest status of the project.
