Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
16.05.2024
Verlag
TreditionSeitenzahl
338
Maße (L/B/H)
23.4/15.5/2.4 cm
Gewicht
576 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-3-384-23017-1
The rise of renewable energy is forcing a transformation for coal-fired power plants. While coal is likely to remain a significant source of power until 2040, its role is shifting. Renewables will take a larger market share, demanding more flexibility from coal plants. These plants must adapt to operate at lower, fluctuating loads alongside variable renewable sources like wind and solar. This creates challenges like rapid load changes and potential damage during shutdowns. However, there are opportunities. Coal plants can embrace innovative methods to become more flexible players in the grid. This could involve two-shift operation, requiring solutions to prevent "quenching" - the damaging rapid cooling of hot components. The future of coal power lies in adapting to this new energy landscape, presenting both significant challenges and the potential for a more sustainable role
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