In March 2005 the world’s first zero emission power plant, created by Clean Energy Systems (CES), began producing power in Kimberlina, California.
This paper presents the history of zero emission plants (also called oxyfired, oxycombustion or oxyfuel plants) from their initial conception to the present state-of-the-art, focusing particularly on the development of cycles incorporating oxygen ion transport membranes. Among others the AZEP, CES, COOPERATE, Graz, Matiant, Milano, ZEMPES, ZEITMOP and ZENG cycles are presented. The development of ion transport membrane reactors is described. The authors conclude that zero emission plants are on the verge of becoming a multibillion euro industry.
Primary Language | English |
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Journal Section | Regular Original Research Article |
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Publication Date | June 1, 2006 |
Published in Issue | Year 2006 Volume: 9 Issue: 2 |