Book Description

The state of California currently depends extensively on imported oil and natural gas from other states and foreign countries. To ensure uninterrupted service to industrial and utility company engines, alternative fuels to petroleum are being investigated. Sponsored by the California Energy Commission, an evaluation was conducted by the Acurex Corp. of coal and coal-based fuels for use in stationary gas turbines. A broad range of coal-derived solids, gases, and liquids is reviewed in this paper. Candidate fuels are identified which do not affect engine operation or exceed California environmental regulations--particularly for nitrogen oxides (NOx) pollutants.