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Air Emissions

As operations at Luannan Power Plant became increasingly complex, leading to several issues. One of the challenges is that the heavy reliance on individual operator experience for adjusting operational parameters. To solve the issue, the Company collaborated with a technology firm to develop a comprehensive digital system utilizing Client, Edge, Cloud, Big Data, and AI technologies. This new system can enhance overall operational efficiency by optimizing oxygen level in the combustion process, enhancing boiler efficiency and significantly reducing emissions. Compared to 2022, air emissions loading was reduced by 17%, 19%, and 16% for NOX, SOX, and PM, respectively.

Location

Luannan Power Plant, China

Project Duration

2023

Impact on the Company

• Reduced air emission treatment agents (SOx & NOx) by 580 tonnes or USD 26,290 in 2023

• Saved 8,658 tonnes of coal, equivalent to a cost saving of USD 1,323,150 in 2023

Impact on Natural, Social, and Human Capitals

• Reduction in air emissions loading compared to 2022
o NOx 17%
o SOx 19%
o PM 16%

• Enhanced team expertise in digital twin and AI technology

• Minimized environmental and community impacts

Impacts​
Project duration
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Cost saving (from coal) in 2023
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Reduced air emission treatment agents (SOX & NOX) in 2023
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