PETALING JAYA: YTL Power International Bhd’s wholly-owned subsidiary YTL PowerSeraya Pte Ltd has won the first request for proposal (RFP) under the Energy Market Authority’s new Centralised Process framework to develop a hydrogen-ready combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) at its Pulau Seraya Power Station site.

       The framework strategically coordinates private sector investments to ensure sufficient generation capacity by 2028, safeguarding Singapore’s future energy needs.

       In a statement, YTL Power said the construction of a 600 megawatt hydrogen-ready CCGT is estimated to cost S$800mil and is targeted for completion by Dec 31, 2027.

       “We are honoured to be awarded the first RFP and be entrusted with the responsibility of constructing the hydrogen-ready CCGT at Pulau Seraya Power Station.

       “YTL PowerSeraya is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices to contribute to Singapore’s energy security and environmental goals,” YTL PowerSeraya chief executive officer John Ng said.

       YTL PowerSeraya’s CCGT will be at least 30% volume hydrogen-ready, with the ability to be retrofitted to become operationally 100% hydrogen-ready in the future.

       This will aid in emissions reduction, as the combustion of hydrogen gas generates no greenhouse gases, thereby underscoring the organisation’s commitment to environmentally sustainable practices.

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       The monumental undertaking by YTL PowerSeraya is pivotal in positioning Singapore to achieve its long-term net-zero emissions aspiration by 2050, under the Singapore Green Plan.