GE Vernova and Harbin Electric have jointly announced the commencement of commercial operations at the Guangming power plant, a 2 GW gas-fired facility located in Guangdong Province, southern China. This project, managed by the Chinese state-owned Shenzhen Energy Group Corporation, incorporates advanced technology such as the GE Vernova 9HA.01 gas turbines, known for their ability to burn hydrogen blended with natural gas. By integrating hydrogen up to 50% in the fuel mix, the power plant contributes to the reduction of carbon emissions and the transition away from coal-dependent power generation. Another similar project, the Dongguan Ningzhou CCGT power plant, utilizing GE Vernova's 9HA.02 gas turbines, also commenced operations in October 2024 in the same province. These initiatives align with China's ambitious targets of peaking carbon emissions by 2030 and striving for carbon neutrality by 2060. As China currently has a significantly higher reliance on coal for power generation, the introduction of gas-fired plants with hydrogen capabilities marks a progressive shift towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, essential for achieving long-term environmental goals.