Revamping Romania's CHP Plants with Hydrogen-Ready Engines
Key Ideas
- INNIO Group and Clarke Energy will upgrade two major CHP plants in Romania with hydrogen-ready engines to reduce emissions and energy consumption by 30%.
- Eight Jenbacher J920 FleXtra engines will be installed, increasing total output by 85MW of electrical and 80MW of thermal energy.
- The projects, part of Romania's energy transition towards sustainability, are supported by EU funding and aim to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
- The collaboration between INNIO Group, Clarke Energy, and Elsaco Electronic signifies a commitment to building a more climate-friendly and secure energy supply in Romania.
INNIO Group and Clarke Energy are set to transform two combined heat and power (CHP) plants in Romania located in Arad and Constanta. These plants will undergo modernization using INNIO Group’s Jenbacher J920 FleXtra engines, capable of operating on up to 100% hydrogen, selected by Romanian EPC Elsaco Electronic. The upgrade is anticipated to significantly reduce emissions and primary energy consumption compared to traditional power and heat production methods. Clarke Energy will supply a total of eight Jenbacher J920 FleXtra cogeneration units for the projects, enhancing the electrical and thermal energy output of the plants. This initiative aligns with Romania's goal to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and is supported by EU funding. The collaboration between the companies involved demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing Romania's energy infrastructure towards sustainability, energy efficiency, and security. The projects are expected to be completed by the summer of 2026, contributing to a more climate-friendly and future-proofed energy supply for the country.