Russia's First CBM to Energy Project Operational

A press release from GE Power, notes that the first coal-bed-methane (CBM) to energy project in Russia was inaugurated at Kuzbasskaya Energosetevaya Compania's site, located near Kemerovo.

The gas comes from Gazprom's test drills to capture the huge reserves of CBM in this traditional coal mining region.

In addition, the aim of the Kemerovo administration is to encourage active coal mines in the region to collect the gas prior, during and after coaling operations to a larger extent. This not only will help to increase mine safety, but also will provide additional revenues to the coal mining companies. The project is expected to contribute to improving the environmental safety and energy efficiency in Russia.

GE was profiling its A 1-MW, J320 Jenbacher gas engine, which uses the gas to provide electricity, which is ultimately sold to the grid.

''GE's innovative technology allows us to turn a previously environmentally harmful gas into a safer, useful fuel to produce energy for our customers in a more cost-effective manner,'' said Peter Kuruch, CEO of Kuzbasskaya Energosetevaya Compania.

Source: GE Power