Switzerland acquires eight mobile gas turbines
The Confederation has purchased machines running on gas, but also on oil or hydrogen to increase its energy capacities.
The mobile gas turbines purchased from GE Gas Power will be installed at GE’s site in Birr. (Illustrative photo).
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This measure is in addition to the hydroelectric reserve which can be used in a targeted manner from next winter if necessary, announced Friday the Federal Department of the Environment, Transport, Energy and Communication (DETEC). .
The eight mobile gas turbines were purchased from GE Gas Power and will be installed at GE’s site in Birr (AG). They run on gas, but also on oil or hydrogen. They will be available from the critical period towards the end of next winter and until the end of 2026. The total costs over the entire period amount to 470 million francs.
At least 30 megawatts
These are modular turbines with a power of at least 30 megawatts each, making a total of regarding 250 megawatts. This corresponds to approximately two and a half times the power of the Rheinfelden hydroelectric power station.
In addition, negotiations with other potential suppliers of reserve power plants are still in progress. These reserve power plants will be subject to the emissions trading system. At the same time, clarifications are underway to know which company will be responsible for operating the installation.
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