Inter RAO Group launched a new 225 MW coal-fired power generation unit at Cherepetskaya thermal power plant (TPP) in Tula region, Central Russia. The new facility will be a part of the Capacity Delivery Agreement support program of the Government of Russia.

This launch provides an opportunity to retire legacy coal-fired equipment without reducing electricity generation or the overall power generation capacity of the power station. Cherepetskaya TPP will gain a much stronger competitive advantage within the Integrated Energy System of the Central Russia (IES-Center) due to lower fuel consumption, higher equipment reliability and higher margins.

LLC Inter RAO - Engineering, a subsidiary of Inter RAO Group, managed the construction project for the ninth power generation unit at Cherepetskaya TPP.

Core equipment of the new unit, including a turbine and a generator made by Power Machines, and an EMAlliance boiler unit, was made in Russia.

The new power generation unit is designed to achieve a significant reduction in pollutant emissions, dusting in coal warehouse, and water consumption, while eliminating wastewater pollution and reducing noise levels compared to older facilities.

A similar power generation unit No. 8 was launched at this power plant in Q4 2014.

"The development strategy of Inter RAO Group is focused on ensuring that we are the most efficient operator of power generation facilities in Russia committed to innovations and energy efficiency. The results of our investment program at Cherepetskaya TPP clearly demonstrate our dedication to this line of development. I should also note that core equipment of the two new power generation units was made in Russia, which is an outstanding achievement for the Russian machinery industry," said Chief Executive of PAO Inter RAO Boris KOVALCHUK.

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Inter RAO Group is a persified energy holding serving various segments of Russian and international electric power industry. The Group is the leading exporter and importer of electricity in Russia actively increasing electricity generation and sales, and developing new lines of business. The corporate strategy of Inter RAO is focused on making Inter RAO a global energy enterprise and a key player in the global energy market. Inter RAO Group owns and operates 35 GW of installed power generation capacity. www.interrao.ru


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