Project No.1

The CT-1 Projects are designed to provide reliable and fast start energy and capacity for the participating members.  The units are located in Alameda (two machines), Lodi (one machine) and Roseville (two machines). Each individual unit is a 25 megawatt dual fuel quick start General Electric Frame 5 Gas Turbine. These units are sources of reserve capacity, peaking energy and black start capability for participating members and the CAISO (California Independent System Operator).

The CT1 units are capable of being operated remotely from NCPA’s Dispatch Center in Roseville, CA. Each of the units can be at base load  (25 megawatts) within 10 minutes from the time they are dispatched.

Project No.2

The CT-2 Project is located in Lodi, CA and became operational in April of 1996.  As an alternative to a combined cycle plant, this STIG cycle plant is a simplified alternative to a combined cycle plant.  The STIG plant is a highly efficient plant without the need for a steam turbine, cooling tower, condenser or cooling water loop.  This plant has the advantage of lower capital costs than a combined cycle plant, but retains relatively high efficiency.

Employing environmentally responsible technology, the facility uses clean natural gas to produce enough electricity to reliably meet the needs of 50,000 community members. Additionally, wastewater is reclaimed from the City of Lodi’s White Slough water pollution control facility to produce the steam needed for power enhancement and emissions control.  This wastewater is fully processed to eliminate contaminants before being used in the turbine.