Thermal Power Station New Unit 2 is an LNG-fired power station that uses a gas turbine combined-cycle power generation system (GTCC)

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Commercial operation begins at Anegasaki Thermal Power Station New Unit 2. (Credit: JERA Co., Inc.)

Anegasaki Thermal Power Station New Unit 2, which JERA Co., Inc. (“JERA”) has been replacing through its subsidiary JERA Power Anegasaki G.K., has begun commercial operation on 1 April.

Thermal Power Station New Unit 2 is an LNG-fired power station that uses a gas turbine combined-cycle power generation system (GTCC). Its generating capacity of approximately 650MW will contribute to a stable electricity supply. As a state-of-the-art power station featuring world-leading power generation efficiency, it mitigates environmental impact by reducing CO2 emissions.

JERA will continue to move steadily forward in replacing aging equipment with state-of-the-art power stations as it works to contribute to a stable electricity supply and reduce CO2 emissions.

Overview of the Thermal Power Station

Unit No. Power output(MW) Power generation type Fuel Start of Operation
New Unit 1 Approximately 650 GTCC LNG February 2023
New Unit 2 Approximately 650 April 2023
New Unit 3 Approximately 650 August 2023 (planned)
Unit 5 600 Steam April 1977
Unit 6 600 October 1979

Source: Company Press Release