Combustion Turbines: The Backbone of Power Generation in the U.S.
Combustion Turbines: The Backbone of Power Generation in the U.S.
Wednesday, August 19, 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ET
This webinar will cover everything you always wanted to know about combustion turbines, but were afraid to ask.
Learn the basics of combustion turbine technology in terms of the history, fuels and various configurations with Jordan Haywood of Siemens Energy, combustion turbine original equipment manufacturer.
What technological developments are on the horizon with combustion turbines? Bobby Noble of the Electric Power Research Institute will break down what to expect in the coming years in terms of improved emission performance, fuel variety, size and emissions control technology.
What challenges will be faced with procuring air permits for combustion turbines? Consultant Chris Whitehead will cut through the clutter to provide best tips on the air permitting journey including approaching the public, modeling challenges related to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards, and federal rules – especially carbon dioxide challenges.
Jim Walker of Consumers Energy will moderate this webinar.
$99 A&WMA Member; $149 Nonmember
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Presenters:
Jordan M. Haywood, M.S., P.E., Q.E.P., Environmental Engineer, Siemens Energy
Jordan Haywood, a 32+ year A&WMA member, is an environmental engineer with Siemens Energy in Orlando dealing primarily with power plant (combustion and steam turbine) air emissions and acoustical issues and is recognized as a subject matter expert in combustion turbine emission control and regulation. Jordan obtained bachelor’s and master’s degrees in environmental engineering from the University of Central Florida, after spending nearly six years in the U.S. Navy as a Nuclear Reactor Operator. Jordan has chaired the Florida Section several times and is active in A&WMA International, having served as the 2023 President. In addition, Jordan has been active on the Technical Council for nearly 20 years and previously served on the International Board of Directors from 2015-2017.
Bobby Noble, Senior Program Manager, Gas Turbine, R&D, EPRI
Bobby Noble is Senior Program Manager for Gas Turbine R&D at EPRI, leading research across the gas turbine system with his expertise in combustion and digital twins/analytics applications. With 22+ years of industry experience, he is the 2024 ASME Westinghouse Silver Medal awardee and an ASME Fellow. He serves on the ASME TEC Sector Council, the board for the Georgia Tech Research Corporation, and the Penn State ME Industrial and Professional Advisory Committee. He holds seven patents; co-edited Renewable Fuels: Sources, Conversion, and Utilization; and has co-authored 30+ journal and 80+ conference publications. He holds a BS in mechanical engineering from Clemson University and an MS in aerospace engineering from Georgia Tech.
Chris Whitehead, QEP, CESM, Founding Principal, Chris Whitehead Consulting, LLC
Chris has nearly twenty years of air quality compliance permitting and management consulting experience across the country, and is the Founding Principal of Chris Whitehead Consulting, LLC. Chris also teaches a course that he created at Rutgers University School of Business. Most recently he has been heavily involved with environmental justice (EJ) policies, climate impact modelling, community engagement, EJ corporate policy planning, and capital project planning. He has permitted major and minor air sources in 38 states. His work looks at the intersection of industrial development, air impacts, EJ, and permitting processes. He serves on multiple boards and technical working groups. His most recent scholarly work involves examining cumulative impacts associated with projected development in Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia.
Moderator: James M. Walker, PE, Air Quality Manager, CMS Energy
Mr. James M. Walker (Jim) works for Consumers Energy in Jackson, Michigan as the Air Quality Manager. His prior work experience includes Rea Magnet Wire Company in Fort Wayne, Indiana and Ford Motor Company in Dearborn, Michigan. Jim has served Air & Waste Management Association as President in 2024 as well as Section and Chapters Council Chair. He has previously served the Association in various roles for the East Michigan Chapter, the Indiana Chapter, and the East Central Section. His education includes BSE, Chemical Engineering, University of Michigan–Ann Arbor, 1987 and MBA, Oakland University, 1994.
