GE Vernova’s new aeroderivative solution starts operating in South Carolina

GE Vernova's LM6000VELOX aeroderivative solution has gone online for the first time commercially at Dominion Energy’s Bushy Park Combustion Turbine in South Carolina, US.

The 52MW Bushy Park CT number 1 is now powered by an LM6000 gas turbine and generator, replacing older peaking generation units. The unit incorporates dual-fuel capabilities, fast-starting, synchronous condensing, and black start.

GE Vernova’s scope of supply included selective catalytic reduction and oxidation catalyst systems, which coupled with dry low exhaust combustion, enable efficient air emissions performance without the need for water injection.

Keller Kissam, president of Dominion Energy South Carolina, commented: “Investments in flexible, efficient units are critical to meet growing loads in one of the fastest growing states in the country and complement the large amounts of intermittent solar on our grid.”

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GE Vernova introduced the LM6000VELOX package in 2023 aiming to reduce the installation and commissioning schedule of LM6000 aeroderivative gas turbines by up to 40%. The enhancements incorporated in the new package aim to also reduce site construction delays for power generation utilities, EPCs, and other industry stakeholders.

“This project marks the first time this solution is in operation globally and we are delighted to celebrate this milestone with Dominion Energy,“ said Dave Ross, president and CEO for GE Vernova's Gas Power business in the Americas. “This aeroderivative solution can provide dispatchable and lower carbon-emitting power compared to older units, and also important black-start capability necessary for restoring power after a blackout.”

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The LM6000 aeroderivative gas turbine has over 40 million operating hours and more than 1,300 units shipped. Recently, GE Vernova announced the first LM6000VELOX packaged solution that is expected to start operation on 100% hydrogen at Whyalla hydrogen power plant in Australia in 2026.

Dominion Energy contributes to meeting the electricity needs of approximately 3.6 million customers in Virginia, South Carolina and North Carolina.