Impact of Hydrogen Enrichment on Natural Gas Co-Firing in Gas Turbines

Abstract

Carbon emissions from power plants represented a significant challenge as a one of primary driver of global warming. Given that hydrogen combustion in air produces no carbon emissions, coupled with its unique properties, blending hydrogen with natural gas represents an innovative step toward reducing emissions and enhancing plant performance. Hydrogen takes a significant part in mitigating carbon emissions when blended with conventional fossil fuels. Most carbon emissions of the electrical sector are from gas turbines that typically adopt natural gas, so usage fueled by hydrogen-natural gas blending is a potential path to increase the reduction of carbon emissions, which significantly impacts climate change and global warming. This study examined the effects of blending hydrogen gas with natural gas on gas turbine performance. Reducing CO₂ emissions, and the depletion of natural gas is being lowered, which are important outcomes of this technique. Therefore, this research paper investigates the impact of hydrogen addition in a real-world power plant and compares various hydrogen injection scenarios to provide a clear vision for researchers and stakeholders in this field.