Constellation achieved an industry record in their turbine class by co-firing a 38.8% blend of hydrogen with natural gas. This achievement not only signifies a potential reduction of 270,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions, equivalent to taking about 60,000 cars off the road, but also marks a significant advancement in the use of hydrogen in gas turbines. The successful test demonstrated the highest megawatt output for a commercial combined cycle gas plant with hydrogen blending, showcasing the potential for substantial carbon footprint reduction through green hydrogen energy.
Thermal energy will continue to play a key role in the energy mix until new technologies are proven reliable. Constellation's ability to convert their assets for clean energy production is a vital contribution to grid stability and sustainability. The longstanding partnership between Constellation and Siemens Energy has been instrumental in realizing these goals, showing how collaboration can drive progress towards a carbon-free energy future.