The Nanko Power Plant in Osaka, Japan, is set to undergo a significant upgrade with the installation of new gas turbines from GE Vernova. This upgrade aims to enhance the efficiency of the 1,800-MW station, which was originally commissioned in the late 1990s, by replacing three boilers and three steam turbines. The decision to modernize the plant comes as part of Japan's broader strategy to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. GE Vernova's announcement of the order for three 7HA.03 turbines highlights the company's role in supporting Japan's transition to lower-carbon power generation sources. The turbines not only aim to improve efficiency but also to reduce carbon dioxide emissions from the power plant. The company's 7HA.03 gas turbine technology is particularly noteworthy for its capability to burn hydrogen, with a current capacity of up to 50% hydrogen when mixed with natural gas, and plans to reach 100% hydrogen burning in the coming decade. Ramesh Singaram, president and CEO of GE Vernova's Gas Power division in Asia, expressed confidence in the project's potential impact. He emphasized the expected electricity delivery of 1.8 GW to the grid and highlighted the technology's potential to make the Nanko plant one of the most efficient in Japan. Singaram also underscored the long-standing relationship between GE Vernova and Kansai Electric Power Co., emphasizing mutual respect and trust in working towards revitalizing the Japanese power industry. Furthermore, GE Vernova's commitment extends beyond turbine supply, as the company is also set to provide field services for the project. With a history of over 130 years in Japan's power generation sector and responsibility for more than half of the country's heavy-duty gas power capacity, GE Vernova stands as a key player in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability in the nation.