Greece Approves Gas-Fired CHP Plant for Motor Oil Refinery Expansion
Key Ideas
- The Greek Ministry of Energy has granted permission to Motor Oil Hellas Korinthos Refineries for a 57MW gas-fired CHP plant to provide energy to the Agioi Theodoroi refinery.
- The CHP plant will generate electricity using a gas turbine and produce steam through heat recovery, improving energy efficiency in the refinery.
- Motor Oil is also planning a hydrogen complex and a CCUS system as part of its expansion next to the refinery.
- The new CHP plant signifies a move towards more sustainable energy practices and increased efficiency in the refining processes.
The Greek Ministry of Energy has given the green light to Motor Oil Hellas Korinthos Refineries for the establishment of a gas-fired combined heat and power (CHP) plant with a 57 megawatt capacity in Agioi Theodoroi. This new plant is designed to cater to the energy needs of the company’s crude oil refinery. The plant will utilize a gas turbine for electricity generation and a heat recovery boiler to produce steam by capturing heat from the turbine's exhaust gases. This steam will partially replace the steam currently used in the refinery's production processes. The gas turbine will be fueled by natural gas supplied through the refinery's gas pipeline. Additionally, Motor Oil is planning to set up a hydrogen complex and a Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) system in the vicinity of the refinery. These initiatives underline the company's commitment to integrating sustainable practices and enhancing energy efficiency as part of its expansion plans.