Thermal power plants

Key advantages include high reliability, the ability to supply stable baseload or fast‑responding peak power on demand, strong grid‑stabilizing capabilities, proven and mature technology, operational flexibility, and compatibility with a wide range of fuels and combined heat‑and‑power configurations for higher overall efficiency.

Thermal power plants can use natural gas, oil, biomass, coal, waste or waste-derived fuels, or nuclear fuel, depending on plant type.

Gas-fired power plants offer lower CO₂ emissions compared to coal-based plants, provide flexible operation to balance variable wind and solar generation, and can be adapted for hydrogen co-firing to further decarbonize power generation.

Yes, thermal power plants can operate on renewable fuels such as biomass. They also complement variable renewable energy sources by providing flexible backup capacity and essential grid stabilizing services, such as inertia and frequency support, to maintain stability and reliability when wind or solar output fluctuate.

Siemens Energy delivers the full scope from equipment supply like gas and steam turbines to complete power plants, including I&C, modernization, lifecycle service, maintenance, and remote operational support to enhance reliability and reduce downtime.