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Last Piece of the Puzzle: Inside the U.K.’s Race to Build up to 10 GW of Carbon Capture Plants

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With net zero deadlines inching closer, the United Kingdom is in a race to ensure it has the capacity to generate enough electricity to keep the lights on throughout the country — while meeting its own legally binding mandates for carbon reductions.

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GE Vernova Foundation announces donation to support Hurricane Helene recovery efforts

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  • $500,000 donation includes $250k for immediate response through American Red Cross, $250k for community rebuilding

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (October 8, 2024) – Responding to the devastation left by Hurricane Helene across the southeastern United States, today the GE Vernova Foundation announced a donation of $500,000 to support disaster relief efforts. The donation includes $250,000 to the American Red Cross to support immediate response efforts, and another $250,000 to be deployed as affected communities begin to rebuild.

“No one should face this challenging time alone, and we are honored to support the American Red Cross in their efforts to provide aid to those in need and begin the road to recovery,” said Kristin Carvell, President, GE Vernova Foundation and Chief Communications Officer, GE Vernova. “The region impacted by Hurricane Helene is home to thousands of GE Vernova employees and their families, and our hearts are with them and all of those in need after the storm.”

The American Red Cross has launched a massive response in the region, including sending more than 2,000 Red Cross disaster responders and 60 emergency response vehicles, and managing shelters where residents can get hot meals and emotional support.

“Thanks to GE Vernova Foundation’s generous donation, the American Red Cross, alongside our partners, is able to support families who experienced the heartbreaking devastation from Hurricane Helene,” said Anne McKeough, Chief Development Officer at the American Red Cross. “We are grateful for partners like GE Vernova Foundation as we work together to provide comfort and hope to people when they need it most.”

In addition, GE Vernova employees who donate to relief organizations such as the American Red Cross, AmericaresCARESt. Bernard ProjectTeam Rubicon and other participating organizations can register for a match with the GE Vernova Foundation’s Matching Gifts program, which supports employees’ personal philanthropy and charitable giving by providing a 1:1 match.

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About the GE Vernova Foundation
The GE Vernova Foundation, an independent charitable organization funded by GE Vernova, puts the company’s purpose – The Energy to Change the World – into practice across the global communities where employees live and work. Following the spinoff of GE Vernova as an independent company in April 2024 and building on the 100+ year legacy of the GE Foundation, the newly formed GE Vernova Foundation is prioritizing employees through programs such as Matching Gifts and STAR Awards. As the Foundation grows, its strategic philanthropic strategy and programs will focus on growing stronger and more resilient communities and building the workforce needed to drive the energy transition forward. Learn more at www.gevernova.com/about/philanthropy.


About GE Vernova 
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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New GE Vernova H-Class technology to modernize power plant in Japan

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  • Three GE Vernova 7HA.03 gas turbines to be installed at The Kansai Electric Power Company, Incorporated in Osaka, Japan

  • Replacement of aging conventional LNG power generation assets (consisting of three boilers and three steam turbines) with GE Vernova advanced equipment is expected to improve power plant performance and lower CO2 emissions

TOKYO, JAPAN (October 8, 2024) — GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced an order for three GE Vernova 7HA.03 gas turbines to be installed at The Kansai Electric Power Company, Inc.’s (“Kansai Electric”) Nanko power station in Osaka, Japan. GE Vernova’s advanced 7HA.03 power generation equipment will replace the existing aging conventional LNG power generation assets (consisting of three boilers and three steam turbines) and is expected to increase power plant efficiency, while reducing its carbon dioxide emissions.

Japan has set ambitious targets to achieve net zero by 2050 as per the latest Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) plans.  As recently described in GE Vernova’s “2024 Japan Energy Outlook” White Paper, the Japan’s energy system is in transition, and the country has targeted  achieving this decarbonization goal through setting up investments in lower carbon generation sources and the support of “Economic Efficiency”, one of the three “S+3E” pillars within the revised national 6th Strategic Energy Plan (including also “Safety plus Energy Security”, and “Environmental Sustainability”).

“The plant is expected to deliver up to 1.8 gigawatts (GW) of electricity to the grid in total and to be the among the most efficient in the country,” said Ramesh Singaram, President and CEO, Asia of GE Vernova’s Gas Power. “In addition, 7HA.03 gas turbine technology currently has the capability to burn up to 50% by volume of hydrogen when blended with natural gas, with a technology pathway to 100% over the next decade. We look forward to bringing this advanced technology to Kansai Electric, with whom we have a longstanding relationship built on years of mutual respect and trust, to help revitalize the Japanese power industry with more efficient and more sustainable technology, in alignment with the country’s energy goals.”

In addition, GE Vernova is also expected to provide field services.

GE Vernova is a key player in Japan’s energy transition, having enabled power generation for Japan for more than 130 years. To date, the company delivers more than 50% of Japan’s heavy duty gas power capacity and supports the country’s growing renewable and nuclear energy needs.

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Financial Editors:  Please note this order was booked in the third quarter of 2024.

About GE Vernova 
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn. GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and gas power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base of approximately 7,000 gas turbines.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements often address GE Vernova’s expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, including levels of reduction of carbon dioxide emissions,  and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on the Company’s business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

 

 

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GE Vernova to announce third quarter 2024 financial results on October 23

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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (October 7, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is scheduled to release its third quarter 2024 financial results on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, before market open. GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik and GE Vernova CFO Ken Parks will discuss the company’s financial results in a webcast at 7:30 AM ET, which can be accessed at https://www.gevernova.com/investors/events/ge-vernova-3rd-quarter-2024-earnings-webcast.

The earnings press release and supplementary financial information, including reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures, will also be posted at the same link on the GE Vernova Investor Relations website. A replay of the call will be made available as a direct download on GE Vernova’s website at https://www.gevernova.com/investors/events.

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GE Vernova’s website at https://www.gevernova.com/investors contains a significant amount of information about GE Vernova, including financial and other information for investors. GE Vernova encourages investors to visit this website from time to time, as information is updated, and new information is posted. Investors are also encouraged to visit GE Vernova’s LinkedIn and other social media accounts, which are platforms on which the company posts information from time to time.

About GE Vernova
GE Vernova is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world.

GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Supported by the Company Purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova will help deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova’s website and LinkedIn.

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GE Vernova secures contract for U.S. Navy's advanced propulsion load system testing

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  • GE Vernova to supply the Propulsion Load Systems (PLS) for testing the U.S. Navy’s next generation, advanced surface vessels

  • The contract will support the testing of shipboard propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy’s FFG-62 Class frigates and the future DDG(X) navy vessels in a controlled land-based environment to mitigate risks and provide crew training

  • Award builds on GE Vernova’s technical expertise in electrical power conversion, which includes complex load testing systems for naval applications

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. October 03, 2024 – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) today announced that its Power Conversion business has secured a contract to develop and deliver a Propulsion Load System (PLS) for the U.S. Navy’s land-based testing facilities to support a new generation of advanced naval surface vessels. These systems are planned to be used to rigorously test the performance and reliability of shipboard propulsion systems in a controlled, land-based environment before deployment at sea.

Contract Overview

The scope of the contract, which was booked in the second quarter of 2024, includes the design, manufacturing, delivery, and installation of two independent PLS units at a U.S. Navy facility over a three-year period. The program and the facility, managed by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), will serve as the primary site for testing and qualification of propulsion systems for a new generation of advanced naval vessels, such as the FFG-62 and DDG(X).  By simulating real-world shipboard conditions, the PLS is designed to help reduce technical risks, streamline development timelines, and train future crews, providing a strategic advantage to the Navy.

The system is expected to incorporate a full suite of power conversion technologies, including propulsion load electric motors, E-houses, power electronic motor drives, switchboards, motor control centers, load banks, transformers, and related essential infrastructure.

“GE Vernova is proud to contribute to the U.S. Navy’s future naval capabilities by delivering innovative testing solutions that help lower the technology risk and prepare crews for the next generation of surface vessels,” said Ed Torres, Business Line Leader of GE Vernova’s Power Conversion Business. “This contract reflects our commitment to advancing naval technology through reliable, efficient propulsion load management systems.”

Technological Significance:

The contract further solidifies GE Vernova’s leadership in providing more energy-efficient electric propulsion technologies for complex naval applications. With over 40 U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard vessel references, decades of experience with land-based test facilities, and successful integration of similar systems in programs such as the Columbia Class and Zumwalt Class, GE Vernova continues to demonstrate its expertise in this field.

Program Background

The award comes from the US Navy’s Program Executive Office (PEO) Ships under the program offices PMS 515 (frigates) and PMS 460 (DDG(X) program), with technical and programmatic ownership by the NSWC. The agreement, administered through the Maritime Sustainment Technology and Innovation Consortium (MSTIC) and managed by Advanced Technology International (ATI) is the largest agreement awarded to date on the MSTIC Other Transaction Authority (OTA).

This is GE Vernova Power Conversion’s first Other Transaction Authority (OTA) award. OTAs provide the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies with the flexibility needed to carry out innovation, prototype, research, and production programs by adapting and incorporating business practices that align with commercial industry standards. They promote flexible, faster, and more cost-effective product design and execution.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements address GE Vernova's expected future business and financial performance, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

About GE Vernova

GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

GE Vernova’s Power Conversion business provides energy conversion technologies, systems, and services across the power and energy-intensive industries, driving the electric transformation of the world’s energy and industrial infrastructure.

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GE Vernova signs agreement to supply turbines for 228 MW Boulder Creek Wind Farm in Australia

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  • Project to use GE Vernova’s 6 MW–164m workhorse turbine

  • Queensland wind farm deal includes five-year full-service agreement

  • Power for equivalent of 85,000 homes

  • First project-financed split-scope wind farm in Australia

BRISBANE, Australia (September 30, 2024) – GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) announced today that it has signed an agreement with Aula Energy and CS Energy to provide 38 6 MW–164m1 workhorse turbines for their Boulder Creek Wind Farm in Queensland, Australia.

Boulder Creek is the first standalone project-financed split-scope wind farm in Australia, representing a milestone in the evolution of the nation’s wind market and underscoring GE Vernova’s commitment to partnership and flexibility in aligning global delivery models to create value for customers in the country.

The project, located 40km south-west of Rockhampton, brings the total number of GE Vernova 6 MW platform turbines in operation or under construction in Australia to more than 250. The deal, which was booked in the third quarter of 2024, includes a five-year full-service agreement.

The wind farm is expected to supply power for the equivalent of 85,000 Australian homes2, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 379,000 tonnes CO2 equivalent each year3, comparable to taking more than 130,000 petrol cars off the road4.

GE Vernova worked closely with Aula Energy, Powerlink Queensland and the Australian Energy Market Operator to achieve the grid offer-to-connect well in advance of project financial close, building off grid approvals secured for the 6 MW platform in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.

“We are delighted to be working closely together with our customers, CS Energy and Aula Energy to bring reliable and affordable wind energy to Australia to increase the renewable energy mix. This project is another example of GE Vernova’s ability to deliver on our workhorse strategy – producing fewer variants in large quantities at scale to drive quality and reliability across the fleet for our customers. With a broad cross portfolio of capabilities underpinned by world-leading technology, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition,” says Gilan Sabatier, Chief Commercial Officer, Onshore Wind, GE Vernova.

CS Energy Chief Executive Officer Darren Busine said, “Our investment in the Boulder Creek Wind Farm demonstrates our ongoing commitment to central Queensland and providing opportunities for our people and local communities to share the benefits of the energy transformation.”

Aula Energy Chief Executive Officer Chad Hymas said “I’m very pleased to have reached this crucial stage in the development of the Boulder Creek Wind Farm. In collaboration with GE Vernova and our other project partners, we can now get construction underway to deliver the clean energy benefits of this project for Queensland.“

Site preparatory works at the Boulder Creek Wind Farm are expected to commence before the end of 2024, with activity aiming to ramp up from early to mid-2025, and operations anticipated to commence in 2027.

GE Vernova's Onshore Wind business has a total installed base of approximately 56,000 turbines and nearly 120 GW of installed capacity worldwide. Committed to customer success for more than two decades, its product portfolio offers proven, next-generation technology that leads with high-power turbines to enable high-quality scale and drive decarbonization through more affordable and sustainable renewable energy generation. The GE Vernova 6 MW platform to be used at Boulder Creek Wind Farm is the most widely deployed onshore wind turbine above 5 MW outside China.

Australia has been part of the company’s story for more than 125 years and today is increasingly important for GE Vernova, providing careers for ~400 employees and ~200 field engineers across every State and Territory. With more than 3 GW of wind turbines in operation or under construction, 10+GW of gas-based power generation, software running 80% of the electricity grid, providing ~40% of grid infrastructure of major utilities, GE Vernova is actively supporting efforts to make electricity more sustainable, affordable, reliable and accessible across Australia.

1. GE’s Vernova’s 6.0 MW turbine with a 164-meter rotor is what we refer to as the 6.0 MW-164m.

2. Estimated equivalent number of homes powered based on country-specific electricity household consumption data (Enerdata, 2020)

3. GHG emissions avoidance provided by Green Investment Group, calculated using country-specific Harmonized IFI Grid Factors (see https://www.greeninvestmentgroup.com/en/who-we-are/green-impact-governance.html)

4. Estimated number of equivalent cars off the road based on standardised petrol vehicle efficiency and mileage.

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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

GE Vernova’s Wind segment is focused on delivering a suite of wind products and services to help accelerate a new era of energy by harnessing the power of wind. The business comprises the Offshore Wind, Onshore Wind, and LM Wind Power businesses. Technologies provided to customers include the Haliade-X platform, our offshore wind turbine, and the next generation high efficiency 3-megawatt onshore wind turbine, as well as maintenance solutions and life extension optionality.

GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy.

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PROTEC and GE Vernova celebrate inaugural Next Engineers: Engineering Academy class

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  • 37 learners graduate from programme designed to inspire the next generation of engineers

Johannesburg, South Africa (September 27, 2024) - Next Engineers, a global college-and career-readiness programme working to increase the diversity of young people in engineering, celebrated the graduation of its first-ever Engineering Academy learners in Johannesburg, South Africa on Friday, September 27. The graduation ceremony marked the programme’s contribution towards bridging the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) skills gap in the country through exposing learners to hands-on engineering experiences and career pathways.

The 37 learners from 15 high schools across Johannesburg who completed the programme, many of whom plan to study towards an engineering-related qualification at university or technical higher learning institutions, were joined by their families at University of Witwatersrand, Sturrock Park Sports Hall, to celebrate their achievements. Launched in 2022, PROTEC, University of Witwatersrand, and Kutitiva Foundation are the educational partners for the local Next Engineers programme, and local GE Vernova engineers and employees actively engage with Academy participants through hands-on, skill-based volunteering.

“We are proud to see our first cohort of learners graduating and wish them all a successful learning trajectory in the next stage of their education journey,” said Matsi Eseu, South Africa HR Director for GE Vernova. “At GE Vernova, we believe education is a significant driver of economic inclusion and it’s inspiring to see the positive impact the Next Engineers programme is having, not just in empowering tomorrow’s engineers who will solve society’s most pressing challenges but also in increasing the diversity of young people, particularly females, in the engineering sector. We extend our gratitude to all those involved in the Engineering Academy.”

Learners who complete the Engineering Academy program and enroll in a qualified engineering or engineering-related degree programme receive financial aid to support them as they continue on their paths to becoming engineers.

Balan Moodley, CEO of PROTEC, said, "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each and every graduate in this programme. Their commitment and hard work inspire us all, and I have every confidence they will continue to make a positive impact in the field of engineering and beyond. I also want to express my sincere gratitude to GE Vernova in Johannesburg for their unwavering support and partnership throughout this journey. Together, we have laid the groundwork for a brighter future in engineering, and I am excited to see the continued success of Next Engineers in empowering young minds."

The Next Engineers: Engineering Academy is a transformative learning experience designed for learners aged 15 to 18. Through a rigorous curriculum, immersive design challenges, and career coaching, participants learn to think and act like engineers.

Key programme highlights:

  • Dedication: The Engineering Academy spans three years, with learners dedicating 220 hours outside of regular school hours to participate.
  • Design challenges: In small teams, learners tackle increasingly complex design challenges, mastering the engineering design process.
  • Foundational skills: Beyond technical knowledge, learners develop essential skills such as communication, teamwork, persistence, time management, and presentation abilities.
  • Education and career exploration: Workshops and activities prepare learners for their next steps, including university campus tours and interactions with company volunteers.
  • Scholarships: Learners who complete the program and enroll in post-secondary engineering degree programs receive partial scholarships. Next Engineers anticipates granting at least $2 million in scholarships to the inaugural classes of Engineering Academy learners worldwide.

Johannesburg, South Africa, was among the first four locations to launch Next Engineers, with a $2.5 million (R44.6 million) investment from the GE Foundation in 2021. To date, Next Engineers, which also includes programming for learners in grades 8-12, has reached more than 3,500 learners across Johannesburg.

STEM training and education, such as Next Engineers, is helping to solve global challenges while also lifting up communities through economic opportunities. Next Engineers is not the only way GE Vernova in South Africa has committed to supporting the next generation of STEM talent. GE Vernova’s South Africa External Bursary Programme has offered comprehensive bursaries to the tune of $5.4 million (R95.6 million) to support over 648 beneficiaries pursuing a Bachelor of Science, Commerce or Arts qualification from 2020 to date. The bursaries are aimed at alleviating the financial strain of tertiary students and covers the tuition, accommodation, textbook costs, and a monthly stipend over the period of study.

For more information about Next Engineers and the Engineering Academy, visit NextEngineers.org.

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Next Engineers, a program originally funded by the GE Foundation in 2021, now known as the GE Aerospace Foundation, is a college- and career-readiness program dedicated to inspiring and preparing the next generation of engineers. Through innovative programs, mentorship, and community partnerships, we empower young minds to shape a better future through engineering.

About GE Vernova​
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

About PROTEC
PROTEC was established in 1982 by a group of engineers from the South African Institute of Civil Engineers to respond to the challenges facing the education system and to address representation across all socio-economic and racial groups in STEM careers. To date, PROTEC has seen more than 40,000 learners complete the Learner Excellence Programme. Based in Randburg, PROTEC has 17 branches and projects in 6 out of the 9 provinces. Our aim is to extend the programme to all 9 provinces. The programme targets learners from Grade 4 to Grade 12 in specifically Science, Mathematics, and English. Teachers who teach these subjects as well as coding and robotics, benefit from development and support that uses a centre-based and classroom support model.  Find us on www.protec.org.za, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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GE Vernova signs agreement to supply 51.3 MW of wind power to Powerica Limited in Gujarat, India

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Delhi, India (September 27, 2024) - Powerica Limited, a prominent player in both the Independent Power Producer (IPP) and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) segments of the wind industry with a pan-India wind energy portfolio of 280 MW, has selected to install 19 GE Vernova 2.7 MW -132 wind turbine generators (WTGs) at its 51.3 MW project at Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat (“Project”). The Project will be covered under the SECI XVI tranche. The Project, which reflects India’s growing interest in bringing online more renewable energy, is expected to both benefit the local community and contribute to India’s renewable portfolio.

Current plans expect the WTGs for the Project, which was booked in the second quarter of 2024, to be supplied starting in November 2024.

Mr. Bharat Oberoi, Joint Managing Director, Powerica Limited said: "We are pleased to utilize GE Vernova WTGs for our third consecutive Project in the state of Gujarat. The WTGs, designed for high performance and reliability, are expected to generate about 160 million units of power annually. This Project will generate enough energy to power the equivalent of thousands of homes and contribute to the adoption of renewable energy across the country.”

Mr. Deepak Maloo, General Manager of GE Vernova’s Onshore Wind business in Asia Pacific, said: “We are pleased to work with Powerica Limited on their Project at Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat. We value our historical relationship and are proud to again be working with them to supply renewable energy. Our GE Vernova 2.7 MW workhorse WTGs are ideally suited to help Powerica Limited meet their ambitious clean energy goals.”

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The agreement has been signed between Powerica Limited and legal entity GE India Industrial Private Limited.

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About Powerica
Established in 1984, Powerica Limited has grown into a leading provider of power solutions, specializing in diesel-based standby and prime power applications. With expertise in manufacturing, marketing, installation, and commissioning, Powerica has become a trusted name in the industry.

In 2006, the company expanded into the renewable energy sector, commissioning its first wind power project as an Independent Power Producer in 2008. Today, Powerica owns and operates over 280 MW of wind energy projects, with plans to increase capacity to 400 MW by 2025 and 1000 MW by 2030.

Committed to utilizing cutting-edge technology and working with global leaders in wind energy, Powerica is dedicated to making renewable energy a viable, affordable solution for a greener future. Learn more: Powerica Limited and LinkedIn.

About GE Vernova
GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) is a purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

GE Vernova’s Wind segment is focused on delivering a suite of wind products and services to help accelerate a new era of energy by harnessing the power of wind. The business comprises the Offshore Wind, Onshore Wind, and LM Wind Power businesses. Technologies provided to customers include the Haliade-X platform, our offshore wind turbine, and the next generation high efficiency 3-megawatt onshore wind turbine, as well as maintenance solutions and life extension optionality.

GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy.

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GE Vernova selected by the U.S. Department of Energy to develop AI Assistant for permitting and trainings for hydrogen deployment

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  • Award supports three-year, $1 million project to develop an AI Assistant trained for safe hydrogen (H2) handling and permitting and trainings focused on the safety for hydrogen development 

  • GE Vernova will lead a diverse project team named “H2Net”, including Clemson University, and Roper Mountain Science Center 

  • These US federal investments in hydrogen can contribute to a more sustainable future with less carbon emissions, while boosting economic opportunities across the country

GREENVILLE, USA (September 26, 2024) — GE Vernova Inc. (NYSE: GEV) announced today that GE Vernova was selected for award negotiations by the U.S. Department Energy’s (DOE) Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) to lead a project aiming to enable permitting and safety for hydrogen deployment. The project has the objective to identify the primary challenges to siting, permitting, and installation across the value chain from hydrogen production through end-use. GE Vernova will lead a diverse project team named “H2Net”, including Clemson University, and Roper Mountain Science Center based in Greenville, SC, USA. GE Vernova will enter award negotiations valued in $1 million in US federal funding with the DOE to finalize the terms and the scope of the project.  

As part of this program, H2Net is expected to develop an AI Assistant that is trained specifically on the relevant, critical documents for safe H2 handling and permitting. The AI Assistant, called HySAGE, Hydrogen Smart Assistant for Governance Execution, will be validated against requirements and lessons learned at GE Vernova’s Gas Turbine Manufacturing and Technology Center in Greenville, SC. HySAGE will aim to enable state-of-the-art modeling capability and flexibility for incorporating all necessary codes and standards and environmental scenarios to increase the versatility and accuracy of the tool.

“These investments in clean hydrogen showcase the Administration’s commitment to making clean energy a win-win for all Americans—by contributing to a sustainable zero-carbon future, while boosting economic opportunities across the country,” said U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm. “These projects will work hand in hand with historic investments in the Hydrogen Hubs and electrolysis technologies to accelerate progress towards a clean hydrogen economy that will deliver good-paying, high-quality jobs and accelerate a renaissance of American manufacturing.”

“The success of our regional clean hydrogen hubs—and the national clean hydrogen strategy—hinges in large part on advances in technology that will grow clean hydrogen’s economic potential,” noted Dr. Sunita Satyapal, director of the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office and coordinator of the DOE Hydrogen Program. “At the same time, we need to ensure that siting and permitting are done in the safest, most efficient way possible as hydrogen infrastructure expands across domestic markets. By identifying ways to address siting and permitting challenges, these projects will complement other large-scale investments in clean hydrogen by the Biden-Harris administration and will play a vital role in contributing to our nation’s clean energy future.”

“We are proud to be a part of the DOE’s commitments to reduce CO2 emissions and accelerate the progress towards a more sustainable economy with less carbon emissions,” said Jeremee Wetherby Carbon Solutions Leader at GE Vernova. “Our project proposes to reap the benefits from artificial intelligence and explore new and innovative ways to handle hydrogen deployment safely, while investing in trainings for the community and our workforce. We are grateful for the collaboration with Clemson University and Roper Mountain Science Center, which will bring their expertise respectively in the development of AI applications and in K-12 science curriculum and exhibit development.

“We are excited to collaborate with GE Vernova on this DOE project,” said Xiaoyong (Brian) Yuan, Assistant Professor, Holcombe Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Clemson University. “Leveraging our expertise in AI and large language models, we will work together to develop innovative solutions that overcome technical and operational barriers to the safe deployment of hydrogen technologies.”

“Roper Mountain is thrilled to share the innovative advancements in hydrogen energy with the next generation of our workforce through hands-on exhibits, curriculum, and instruction,” said Michael Weeks, Director of Roper Mountain Science Center. “This investment will help us to build and to educate a more sustainable future.” 

 

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About GE Vernova:

GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with more than 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future. 
GE Vernova’s Gas Power business engineers advanced, efficient natural gas-powered technologies and services, along with decarbonization solutions that aim to help electrify a lower carbon future. It is a global leader in gas turbines and gas power plant technologies and services with the industry’s largest installed base of approximately 7,000 gas turbines.

GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

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This document contains forward-looking statements – that is, statements related to future events that by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain. These forward-looking statements often address GE Vernova’s expected future business and financial performance and financial condition, and the expected performance of its products, the impact of its services and the results they may generate or produce, and often contain words such as “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” “plan,” “believe,” “seek,” “see,” “will,” “would,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “target,” “preliminary,” or “range.” Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements about planned and potential transactions, investments or projects and their expected results and the impacts of macroeconomic and market conditions and volatility on the Company’s business operations, financial results and financial position and on the global supply chain and world economy.

Disclaimer: "This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United States Government. Neither the United States Government nor any agency thereof, nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Government or any agency thereof."

 

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GE Vernova’s nuclear business advances to next stage of Great British Nuclear’s SMR competition

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LONDON (September 26, 2024) — GE Vernova’s Nuclear business, GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy (GEH), has progressed to the next stage of Great British Nuclear’s (GBN) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) competition.

The SMR competition is part of the government’s plan to revive nuclear power and for the UK to lead the global race to develop cutting-edge nuclear technologies. The shortlist has been narrowed to four candidates and in the next phase, successful companies will have the opportunity to bid for government contracts.

GEH’s 10th generation SMR design – the BWRX-300 – builds on decades of real-world operating experience and innovation, using a standard design, a proven delivery model and GEH’s experience with cross-border regulatory collaboration. GEH and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) are developing the first BWRX-300 at OPG’s Darlington site near Toronto. Early site preparation work has been completed, with construction expected to start in 2025 and commercial operation to commence by the end of 2029. A total of four 300 MW units are planned for the Darlington site.

Andy Champ, GEH UK Country Leader, said: "We have big ambitions for deploying our SMR technology in the UK, so we are proud to advance to the next stage of GBN’s competition. With site works already underway in Canada for our first BWRX-300 – the most advanced SMR project in the G7 – we are in a strong position to lead SMR deployment in the UK by leveraging our expertise in other markets.

Sean Sexstone, Executive Vice President, Advanced Nuclear, GEH said: “As the UK looks to deliver cleaner, cheaper and reliable energy solutions, the BWRX-300 offers a simplified, safer and scalable design that is tried and tested. We are ready to partner with GBN and the UK Government to deliver on our shared nuclear ambitions in the UK, accelerating the energy transition at pace.”

Building on a long and deep history in the UK, GE Vernova has a significant local footprint with four manufacturing facilities and more than 30 percent of the country’s electricity currently powered by its technology.

GEH is committed to developing its robust UK supply chain further for its BWRX-300, having recently signed a series of Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs) with Aecon, AtkinsRéalis, Jacobs and Laing O’Rourke. These agreements build on GEH’s previously announced collaboration with Sheffield Forgemasters to discuss how the Sheffield-based company’s forgings could help contribute to BWRX-300 deployment in the UK. GEH also held a SMR supply chain conference in Sheffield earlier this year, which was attended by over 150 UK businesses.

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About GE Vernova
GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV) is purpose-built global energy company that includes Power, Wind, and Electrification segments and is supported by its accelerator businesses. Building on over 130 years of experience tackling the world’s challenges, GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to help lead the energy transition by continuing to electrify the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova helps customers power economies and deliver electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. GE Vernova is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, U.S., with approximately 75,000 employees across 100+ countries around the world. Supported by the Company’s purpose, The Energy to Change the World, GE Vernova technology helps deliver a more affordable, reliable, sustainable, and secure energy future.

GE Vernova’s Nuclear energy business, through its global alliance with Hitachi, is a world-leading provider of nuclear fuel bundles, services, and advanced nuclear reactor designs. Technologies include boiling water reactors and small modular reactors, such as the BWRX-300, which is one of the simplest, yet most innovative boiling water reactor designs. GE Vernova’s Nuclear fuel business, Global Nuclear Fuel (GNF), is a world-leading supplier of boiling water reactor fuel and fuel-related engineering services. GNF is a GE Vernova-led joint venture with Hitachi, Ltd. and operates primarily through Global Nuclear Fuel-Americas, LLC in Wilmington, N.C., and Global Nuclear Fuel-Japan Co., Ltd. in Kurihama, Japan.

GE Vernova’s mission is embedded in its name – it retains its legacy, “GE,” as an enduring and hard-earned badge of quality and ingenuity. “Ver” / “verde” signal Earth’s verdant and lush ecosystems. “Nova,” from the Latin “novus,” nods to a new, innovative era of lower carbon energy. Learn more: GE Vernova and LinkedIn.

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