This technical document on risk management as a tool for improving nuclear power
plant (NPP) operations is part of an ongoing project on management of NPP operations in a
competitive environment. The overall objective of this project is to assist the management of
operating organizations and NPPs in identifying and implementing appropriate measures to
remain competitive in a rapidly changing business environment.
Risk management during start up and commissioning of super critical once thro...HIMADRI BANERJI
The Allowable Water and Steam Chemistry Regimes for Supercritical Units have been identified along with maximum deviations during start up and commissioning. This presentation gives guidelines for contracting norms to avoid damages.It is for the EPC Contractors in charge of construction of these units to understand the risks associated and design organizational skills both in technical and commercial areas to avoid major delays and damages.
Managing Smart Grids, Power System Networks with Analytics HIMADRI BANERJI
Big Data is playing a significant role in managing effectively the data analytics requirement from the infrastructure arising out of smart grid implementation n T&D Utilities..The presentation looks at some of the major issues and initiatives.
EmberClear BAML Global Energy Conference 2012emberclear
Albert Lin, Chief Executive Officer of EmberClear, presented at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Global Energy Conference on Tuesday November 13, 2012 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, FL.
The 2012 Global Energy Conference is an interactive and highly productive gathering of industry leaders and top institutional investors. Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s Energy Research team will host senior leaders from more than 80 companies from the US and abroad representing a cross-section of subsectors and investment opportunities.
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Risk management during start up and commissioning of super critical once thro...HIMADRI BANERJI
The Allowable Water and Steam Chemistry Regimes for Supercritical Units have been identified along with maximum deviations during start up and commissioning. This presentation gives guidelines for contracting norms to avoid damages.It is for the EPC Contractors in charge of construction of these units to understand the risks associated and design organizational skills both in technical and commercial areas to avoid major delays and damages.
Managing Smart Grids, Power System Networks with Analytics HIMADRI BANERJI
Big Data is playing a significant role in managing effectively the data analytics requirement from the infrastructure arising out of smart grid implementation n T&D Utilities..The presentation looks at some of the major issues and initiatives.
EmberClear BAML Global Energy Conference 2012emberclear
Albert Lin, Chief Executive Officer of EmberClear, presented at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch 2012 Global Energy Conference on Tuesday November 13, 2012 at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami, FL.
The 2012 Global Energy Conference is an interactive and highly productive gathering of industry leaders and top institutional investors. Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s Energy Research team will host senior leaders from more than 80 companies from the US and abroad representing a cross-section of subsectors and investment opportunities.
For more information please visit www.emberclear.com
This presentation is based on one of my previous training held in Navi Mumbai, India from 18 January to 21 February, 2015. The training program was jointly organized by- Department of Atomic Energy, India(DAE) & Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL). The Title of the training was: “Foundation Course on Nuclear Energy (FCNE)”. I was create my this presentation from that FNCE training module. All of the training slide was develop by DAE & NPCIL.
EPC stands for Engineering Procurement Construction. It is a foremost type of contracting agreement in the construction industry. Ador Welding Ltd provides EPC contract and is one of the top leading companies and is well known by major International Engineering companies all over the globe.
HPQ Silicon Resources Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ) is building a portfolio of unique high value silicon products needed for the RER.
HPQ’s PUREVAP™ SiNR will allow HPQ to manufacture the spherical Si nanopowders and silicon-based composites needed by all the manufacturers of the next generation lithium-ion batteries.
During the coming months, spherical Si nanopowders and nanowires of silicon-based composites samples requested by industry participants and research institutions will be produced using our new PUREVAP™ SiNR.
HPQ PUREVAP™ QRR process will allow HPQ to become the lowest cost (Capex and Opex) producer of high purity silicon (3N – 4N Si)
World Class Manufacturing:Plant Start Up and Commissioning Procedure HIMADRI BANERJI
Essential Ingredient of World Class Manufactring is a procedure for plant start up and commissioning. It is observed that the maximm damage in the life of a plant occurs at start up and the remnant effect of this damage to life an be significant. This presentation 0f 180 slides takes the reader through a step by step procedure which if followed strictly can give a safe and risk free plant start up.
Geothermal Power for the Entrepreneur in India with EcoUrjaHIMADRI BANERJI
Geothermal Power in India is bound to grow after the impending pronouncement of the policy by the MNRE.The presentation looks at what is Geothermal Power, Its prevalent status in India and the opportunities for the entrepreneur in India, EcoUrja with its vast experience in Project development in such sunshine areas of renewable energy like solar PV and Solar Thermal provides solutions for project development in India.
Minimac Systems Pvt Ltd - India manufactures high quality, best performance Oil Flushing Systems. These are useful for Hydraulic Flushing, Turbine Flushing, Lube Oil Flushing at Power Plants, Oil & Gas Industry, Steel Mills etc. ATEX, NAS, ISO and DNV 2.7-1 approvals are also provided
This presentation is based on one of my previous training held in Navi Mumbai, India from 18 January to 21 February, 2015. The training program was jointly organized by- Department of Atomic Energy, India(DAE) & Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL). The Title of the training was: “Foundation Course on Nuclear Energy (FCNE)”. I was create my this presentation from that FNCE training module. All of the training slide was develop by DAE & NPCIL.
EPC stands for Engineering Procurement Construction. It is a foremost type of contracting agreement in the construction industry. Ador Welding Ltd provides EPC contract and is one of the top leading companies and is well known by major International Engineering companies all over the globe.
HPQ Silicon Resources Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ) is building a portfolio of unique high value silicon products needed for the RER.
HPQ’s PUREVAP™ SiNR will allow HPQ to manufacture the spherical Si nanopowders and silicon-based composites needed by all the manufacturers of the next generation lithium-ion batteries.
During the coming months, spherical Si nanopowders and nanowires of silicon-based composites samples requested by industry participants and research institutions will be produced using our new PUREVAP™ SiNR.
HPQ PUREVAP™ QRR process will allow HPQ to become the lowest cost (Capex and Opex) producer of high purity silicon (3N – 4N Si)
World Class Manufacturing:Plant Start Up and Commissioning Procedure HIMADRI BANERJI
Essential Ingredient of World Class Manufactring is a procedure for plant start up and commissioning. It is observed that the maximm damage in the life of a plant occurs at start up and the remnant effect of this damage to life an be significant. This presentation 0f 180 slides takes the reader through a step by step procedure which if followed strictly can give a safe and risk free plant start up.
Geothermal Power for the Entrepreneur in India with EcoUrjaHIMADRI BANERJI
Geothermal Power in India is bound to grow after the impending pronouncement of the policy by the MNRE.The presentation looks at what is Geothermal Power, Its prevalent status in India and the opportunities for the entrepreneur in India, EcoUrja with its vast experience in Project development in such sunshine areas of renewable energy like solar PV and Solar Thermal provides solutions for project development in India.
Minimac Systems Pvt Ltd - India manufactures high quality, best performance Oil Flushing Systems. These are useful for Hydraulic Flushing, Turbine Flushing, Lube Oil Flushing at Power Plants, Oil & Gas Industry, Steel Mills etc. ATEX, NAS, ISO and DNV 2.7-1 approvals are also provided
Lng project risk and appraisal 2012 final 03092012HIMADRI BANERJI
LNG Terminal is the disruptive technology becoming the most popular solution for countries needing natural gas for their power, fertiliser and transport sectors. This presentation is to understand the Risk Management, Financing, and insurance issues connected with this industry
FSRU (Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) LNG Terminal is the disruptive technology becoming the most popular solution for countries needing natural gas for their power, fertiliser and transport sectors. This presentation is to understand the Risk Management, Financing, and insurance issues connected with this industry
Liquefied Natural Gas project risk and appraisal HIMADRI BANERJI
Fundamentals of the LNG business value chain and project and risk appraisal. This includes understanding the dynamics of the international LNG market covering the pricing mechanisms, regional and global market drivers, and the behaviour of importing and exporting countries, LNG trade flows, Asian LNG market and indexation mechanisms, various kinds of contracting structure, detailed understanding of derivatives and arbitrage opportunities.
Ammonia Plant Technology
Pre-Commissioning Best Practices
Piping and Vessels Flushing and Cleaning Procedure
CONTENTS
1 Scope
2 Aim/purpose
3 Responsibilities
4 Procedure
4.1 Main cleaning methods
4.1.1 Mechanical cleaning
4.1.2 Cleaning with air
4.1.3 Cleaning with steam (for steam networks only)
4.1.4 Cleaning with water
4.2 Choice of the cleaning method
4.3 Cleaning preparation
4.4 Protection of the devices included in the network
4.5 Protection of devices in the vicinity of the network
4.6 Water flushing procedure
4.6.1 Specific problems of water flushing
4.6.2 Preparation for water flushing
4.6.3 Performing a water flush
4.6.4 Cleanliness criteria
4.7 Air blowing procedure
4.7.1 Specific problems of air blowing
4.7.2 Preparation for air blowing
4.7.3 Performing air blowing
4.7.4 Cleanliness checks
4.8 Steam blowing procedure
4.8.1 Specific problems of steam blowing
4.8.2 Preparation for steam blowing
4.8.3 Performing steam blowing
4.8.4 Cleanliness checks
4.9 Chemical cleaning procedure
4.9.1 Specific problems of cleaning with a chemical solution
4.9.2 Preparation for chemical cleaning
4.9.3 Performing a chemical cleaning
4.9.4 Cleanliness criteria
4.10 Re-assembly - general guideline
4.11 Preservation of flushed piping
Small and Modular Reactors..A Paradigm Shift in Nuclear Power RisksHIMADRI BANERJI
In the past, the trend in nuclear power reactor technology development showed an emphasis towards large reactors due to the economies of scale, which produced reactor designs on to 1600 MWe. A development of SMRs points into the opposite
direction, i.e. towards smaller outputs with an equivalent electrical power of less than 700MWe.
Presented at the 2nd Annual Nuclear Power 21-24 June 2011* Marina Mandarin * Singapore.
Overcoming the Challenges of Large Capital Programs/ProjectsScottMadden, Inc.
Effective capital program/project delivery is a critical competency for any electric utility to achieve high performance. However, project scope creep, schedule delays, and cost increases have become the rule rather than the exception. Over the past 10 years, the electric utility industry has seen large demands on its projects and construction management organizations to ensure compliance with a number of concerns. Large capital programs/projects come with a variety of complicated planning, implementation, and workforce/vendor management challenges. Using EPU projects as an example, we will provide you with ways to overcome these challenges for any large capital program/project. This article can help you successfully plan, deliver, and control/monitor your large capital program/project.
Hydrogen storage for micro-grid application: a framework for ranking fuel ce...IJECEIAES
To securely address energy shortage and various environmental issues attributed to fossil fuel, the adoption of renewable energy is growing across the globe. However, wind and solar which form the bulk of the emerging renewable energy for micro-grid applications are intermittent and need energy storage device for backup. Due to its environmentally friendly nature, the use of hydrogen as storage mechanism is now being explored for micro-grid applications. However, due to the various technical criteria attributed to various fuel cell (FC) technologies used for hydrogen production, selecting the most suitable alternative remains a challenge. This study uses evaluation based on distance from average solution, a multicriteria decision making tool to rank FC technologies that can be used to produce of hydrogen energy storage in micro-grid applications. The analysis was based on 4 FC technologies and 6 technical criteria. The results of the study show that the most preferred FC technology for micro-grid application is the polymeric electrolyte membrane while the least preferred is molten carbonate FC. It is expected that future analysis would explore the inclusion of socio-economic criteria in the evaluation of the most preferred FC technology for micro-grid application.
Offshore Wind Energy: Improving Project Development and Supply Chain Processe...Stavros Thomas
This project scopes to investigate, analyze and implement lean technologies and methods to improve project
development efficiency and provide cost reductions in offshore wind energy investments. Logically all products
and services in the wind power industry involve a supply chain structure. Some of these upstream entities
and activities located inside this multi-directional framework are completely independent-autonomous of one
another while some are interrelated. This process through manufacturing, distribution, installation and operation
creates waste in terms of process time, cost and quality of service. Lean principles-when implemented-work
together to identify, mitigate or even eliminate the waste produced during the life-cycle of a wind power project
and simplify the processes with the highest value and quality. Through a complete lifecycle analysis and under
the plethora of the integrated supply chain processes, this project focuses on developing innovative solutions
and procedures to optimise offshore wind plants installation, operation and maintenance (O&M) as well as
decommissioning-repowering. Finally a set of tools and methodologies to remove supply chain bottlenecks,
address the associated transport, logistics and equipment challenges and improve project management are also
presented. It has been shown that the wastes such as inventory costs and defects have been reduced which
improves the overall project feasibility.
Keywords
offshore wind — supply chain — lean management — portfolio management — project development
Concentrated Solar Thermal Power can be coupled with Thermal Energy Storage using Molten Salts. This presentations offers a compelling argument why this technology will remain competitive despite future improvements in other storage technologies
Workshop on Plant Commissioning and Seamless Startup final.pdfHIMADRI BANERJI
Mr. Himadri Banerji a graduate of the prestigious
Indian Institute of Technology has over 35 years of
industry experience in Steel, Process and Thermal
Power Plants in India and Europe. After a stretch of 22
years in Tata Steel continued his career with such
illustrious companies as Rolls Royce, Torrent and
Reliance. His expertise includes planning, building,
testing, and start up and commissioning, besides
operating and maintaining Large Process Plants, Steel
Plants, Petrochemicals, Dyes and Paints, Cryogenic
Gases, Steam and Electric Power.
Mr. Banerji brings a diverse range of experience in
successful commissioning, having personally led start
up and commissioning teams for plants consisting of
large High Speed Rotary Equipment like Axial and
Radial Compressors, Steam and Gas Turbines, Water
Pumps, Temporary Power Solutions with Medium and
Large Diesel and Gas Engines, Static Systems like
Chemical Reactors, Air Separation Units, Process
Instrumentation and Control, CFBC, AFBC and PF
Steam Generators. His work also encompasses other
Plants like Water Treatment, Effluent Treatment
Plants, Reverse Osmosis and De-mineralising and Desalination
Plants.
He has also recently designed and implemented
chemical regimes for Control of Steam and Water
Cycle Chemistry during Start-up of Super-critical
Power Plants based on Union of the Electricity
Industry – EURELECTRIC guidelines an association of
the Electricity Industry within the European Union.
Dr Banerji regularly chairs and speaks at international
conferences and workshops on Procedures and
Systems for Managing Risk during Start-up and
Commissioning of plants. He has lectured widely in
various countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, India
Brochure on Two Day Workshop on Plant Commissioning and Seamless Start Up By ...HIMADRI BANERJI
Overview of the wokshop:
To gain practical insights into:
Redefining the responsibilities of various departments to ensure a flawless start-up.
Ensuring that safety measures are put in place to
ensure zero LTIs during commissioning and startup.
Benchmarking your commissioning practices
against previous commissioning and start-up experiences.
Acquiring risk management techniques for better
prediction of what can go wrong during the commissioning and start-up process and identify
and plan effective mitigation measures.
Accelerating the ROI of your plant through proper
planning and management of resources during the
commissioning process.
Capturing the essence of commissioning and startup
in Greenfield and Brownfield Scenarios.
Gas Turbines Failures Applications & Root Cause Analysis.pptxHIMADRI BANERJI
SUBJECT PRESENTED AS CLASS ROOM LECTURES FOR ASSTT ENGINEERS OF ELECTRIOCITY GENERATION COMPANY OF BANGLADESH
2014-2017
HIMADRI BANERJI
INTERNATIONAL EXPERT GAS TURBINES
The aims of the O&M of Gas Turbines Workshop is to share the experiences of our internationally renowned expert with an aim to prevent such incidents and also to examine the factors and opportunities to increase plant safety, environmental performance. And improve uptime and availability all factors contributing to higher profitability.
The workshop will also examine scheduled maintenance and turnarounds which are opportunities to increase plant safety and environmental performance. By enhancing the mechanical integrity of HPI facilities, operating companies can achieve and maintain higher uptime and equipment availability; all are factors that contribute to higher profitability. Best-of-class companies hold the mindset that reliability programs provide great benefits. Investing in new monitoring and conditioning systems, along with preventive maintenance and inspection programs, can optimize unit and total facility performance.
The development of dry low NOx (DLN) combustors for gas turbines has cut the industry's consumption of water, while dramatically slashing air emissions. Unfortunately, this environmental enhancement has created an engineering challenge: The lean-burning DLN combustors are prone to flame instability, which can cause pressure pulsations large enough to destroy the combustor, launching debris downstream where it annihilates other hot-gas-path components. To detect and correct flame instability before it causes millions of dollars of turbine damage, savvy users have begun to install advanced sensors and robust software that monitor the combustor dynamics in real time.
High dynamics can limit hardware life and/or system operability. Thus, there have been various attempts to control combustion dynamics, to prevent degradation of system performance. There are two basic methods for controlling combustion dynamics in an industrial gas turbine combustion system: passive control and active control. As the name suggests, passive control refers to a system that incorporates certain design features and characteristics to reduce dynamic pressure oscillations. Active control, on the other hand, incorporates a sensor to detect, e.g., pressure fluctuations and to provide a feedback signal.
Which, When suitably processed by a controller, provides an input signal to a control device. The control device in turn operates to reduce the dynamic pressure oscillations. The workshop will examine the factors and the issues associated with combustor dynamics, and technologies like AMFM/CFM.
Benefits ofAttending
• LEARN best and effective practices in operations and maintenance of Gas Turbine Based Power Plants
• LEARN how to write and use SOPs
• IMPROVE your plants’ energy efficiency and availability
• ACHIEVE productive and safe operation
• NETWORK with other power plant professionals
• RECEIVE practical information for your CAPEX and OPEX expenditure budget planning
• LEARN about strategic procurement of High Value Spares and insurance
Making Artificial Intelligence Work in Managing ChangeHIMADRI BANERJI
“Making Artificial Intelligence (AI) Work In Managing Change ” is a Capability Improvement webinar which has been stitched together by a two member team comprising of a Senior CEO level Oil Gas and Energy Sector business executive who in his professional career spanning over decades has led multiple projects in digital
transformation in decision support systems in top organizations in the country and abroad in the contexts of
competion and uncertainty and an a senior IT expert who has hands on experience in designing the
configurations of hardware and the associated software in Digital Transformations in various areas including
Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Neural Networks for implementing state of the art Artificial
Intelligence Systems in the Silicon Valley.
Two Day Integrated Workshop on “AI and Machine Learning for
Business Transformation”
It is essential for the success of every organization to stay ahead of the rapidly changing market by having access to
reliable and trustworthy information. Across the AI world, AI challenges are being converted by innovators into
tomorrow's business opportunies.
Success in this environment will depend on the speed of analysis and decision making, addressing customer needs
upskilling workforces and geng the right person to work on the right opportunity.
This one-of-a-kind integrated AI workshop enables you to dive deep into new depths of understanding and insights
into how AI is transforming work in organizaons. This workshop will unlock the right Data-driven AI techniques
and opportunities for project implementation in your organization that will set your business apart.
The methodology and techniques which enable machines to mimic human behavior and nature
are known as artificial intelligence. Machine learning is a subset of AI which allows a machine to
automatically learn from past data without explicit programming.
FSRU (Floating Storage and Regasification Unit) LNG Terminal is the disruptive technology becoming the most popular solution for countries needing natural gas for their power, fertiliser and transport sectors. This presentation is to understand the Risk Management, Financing, and insurance issues connected with this industry
Challenges in building the 21st century energy infrastructureHIMADRI BANERJI
Major Challenges in Building the 21st Century Energy Infrastructure are discussed. The concepts of Risk Management is introduced with subtlety in its impact on meeting such challenges. A treatise on project management with risk mitigation for infrastructure projects, Presentation taken from lectures on Infrastructure Capital Management delivered to the class of 2010-11 at IIM Ahmedabad,
Thermal coal upgradation and conversion in india ibc asia, jakarta april 25, ...HIMADRI BANERJI
PRIORITIES ON ENERGY GENERATION SECTOR ARE:Increased use of Advanced Fossil Fuel Technology, Promote CCT where coal is main stay fuel for Power Generation AND Reduce Atmospheric Pollution from Energy Generating Systems WHILE Ensuring energy security . India's initiatives in using the low rank coals like lignite, or the high ash coals are dicussed.
Clean Coal Technology:Indian Perspective by Himadri Banerji HIMADRI BANERJI
The clean coal technology (CCT) market is likely to see substantial spending over the next decade as governments and industry alike invest in R&D, installation, and operation in this growing market. The emergence of clean coal technologies has created market opportunities for equipment manufacturers and utilities. Presented here is the Indian perspective from the talk given at TREC STEP program on invitation from E&Y at REC Tiruchirapalli on 25th Jan 2012
Start Up and Commissioning of Supercritical Power Stations: Risk Management P...HIMADRI BANERJI
Start Up protocols play a major part in risk management for modern Supercritical power plants especially during start-up and commissioning. EPC contractors must be alert to contract conditions set by owners and start up engineers on deviation of steam and water chemistry conditions especially.
Energy Intelligence Analytics and OptimizationHIMADRI BANERJI
Intelligence is a collection of information
Pieces that have been filtered, distilled,
and analysed. Therefore, managers apply
intelligence as the base for decision-making.
Energy Analytics techniques and
Optimization programs deal with this aspect
of analysing, filtering and collating the
vast amount of energy data available in a
company to produce Energy Intelligence which gives
definite strategic advantage to corporate
on sustainability.
Fukushima-Daiichi Learning from Experience: Nuclear Power RisksHIMADRI BANERJI
Himadri Banerji speaks on Nuclear Power Risk Management and Business Imperatives of Financing Nuclear Power Projects listed in the the brochure for 2nd Annual Nuclear Power conference, 21-24 June here in Singapore.Fukushima-Daiichi nuclear power plant, along with issues on safety and radiation will also be addressed.
Performance Based Regulation, Implementing an Asset Management Standards and ...HIMADRI BANERJI
Performance Based Rate structure forelectric utilities is imminent and implementing an Asset Management standard PAS II is discussed and a case study developed for electrical utilities.
Building Your Employer Brand with Social MediaLuanWise
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An introduction to the cryptocurrency investment platform Binance Savings.Any kyc Account
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Business Valuation Principles for EntrepreneursBen Wann
This insightful presentation is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the essential knowledge and tools needed to accurately value their businesses. Understanding business valuation is crucial for making informed decisions, whether you're seeking investment, planning to sell, or simply want to gauge your company's worth.
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Adani SEBI investigation revealed that the latter had sought information from five foreign jurisdictions concerning the holdings of the firm’s foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) in relation to the alleged violations of the MPS Regulations. Nevertheless, the economic interest of the twelve FPIs based in tax haven jurisdictions still needs to be determined. The Adani Group firms classed these FPIs as public shareholders. According to Hindenburg, FPIs were used to get around regulatory standards.
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A personal brand exploration presentation summarizes an individual's unique qualities and goals, covering strengths, values, passions, and target audience. It helps individuals understand what makes them stand out, their desired image, and how they aim to achieve it.
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Looking for professional printing services in Jaipur? Navpack n Print offers high-quality and affordable stationery printing for all your business needs. Stand out with custom stationery designs and fast turnaround times. Contact us today for a quote!
Improving profitability for small businessBen Wann
In this comprehensive presentation, we will explore strategies and practical tips for enhancing profitability in small businesses. Tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by small enterprises, this session covers various aspects that directly impact the bottom line. Attendees will learn how to optimize operational efficiency, manage expenses, and increase revenue through innovative marketing and customer engagement techniques.
Set off and carry forward of losses and assessment of individuals.pptx
Risk management in nuclear projects and strategy of small reactors [compatibility mode]
1. • Risk assessment scenario and approaches for nuclear
power ..Project Structuring
• Challenges and issues in control and monitoring
existing proposed reactor designs for project structuring
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
Annual Nuclear Power June 21st to
24th 2011 Singapore 1
• Consideration of high level uncertainties in the risk
study of a nuclear power plant: Project Cost Risks
• Small reactors and risk dispersion, Small Reactor
Advantages
Himadri Banerji, Former CEO, Reliance Energy –
Chairman & Managing Director, EcoUrja, India
2. Government - which is responsible for overall energy policy and, in some
cases, financing
Market - formed by electricity customers wanting electricity at a competitive
price
Utility (generator) - which is ultimately responsible for developing the complete
project
Stakeholders in Nuclear Power Project
project
EPC contractors - engineering, procurement and construction companies
which are responsible to the owner for delivery according to schedule and budget
Vendors - which are responsible for supplying equipment and technology to
either the owner, the EPC contractor or as part of a joint venture or consortium,
according to schedule and budget
Safety Authority - which is responsible for addressing all matters related to
protecting public safety and the environment, from the design stage to plant
operation and fuel management.Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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3. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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4. Table 2: Risk control and monitoring in nuclear power projects
Table 2 shows ways in which the risks of nuclear projects can be monitored and controlled, to match Table 1.
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
Annual Nuclear Power June 21st to
24th 2011 Singapore 4
5. In today’s global energy environment, nuclear power plant project (NPPP)
managers need to consider many dimensions of risk in addition to nuclear
safety-related risk.
In order to stay competitive in modern energy markets, NPPP managers
must integrate management of project, safety-related, and economic risks
in an effective way.in an effective way.
Project structuring is to achieve the most efficient application of capital and
resources.
Project risks must be assigned to the party most capable of handing their
control.
.
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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24th 2011 Singapore 5
6. This integrated risk management (RM) approach generates benefits that
include the following:
•Clearer criteria for decision making.
• Making effective use of investments already made in probabilistic safety
analysis (PSA) programs by applying these analyses to other areas and
contexts.
• Cost consciousness and innovation in achieving nuclear safety and
production goals.
• Communication improvement — more effective internal communication
among all levels of the NPP operating organization, and clearer communication
between the organization and its stakeholders.
• Focus on safety — ensuring an integrated focus on safety, production, and
economics during times of change in the energy environment
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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8. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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9. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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10. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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11. Probabilistic Risk Assessment (PSA)
Comprehensive, structured, and logical analysis method
aimed at
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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24th 2011 Singapore 11
Identifying and assessing risks in complex
technological systems
for the purpose of
Cost-effectively improving their safety and
performance.
12. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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13. Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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14. Contd from previous slide
Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
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15. The cost of the land upon which the nuclear power plant (NPP) is built.
Costs related to designing the NPP
Cost related to the materials from which the NPP is built.
Labour costs related to manufacture and construction.
There are eight primary sources of nuclear costs which
pose major project risks:
The cost of obtaining regulatory approval AND PERMITS LIKE WATER ETC
Investment related costs (interest, etc.)
Transportation and Access related costs
The cost of the electrical transmission system that connects the NPP to the
grid
Lost Opportunities for Combining Cycles and Improving EfficienciesPresented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
Annual Nuclear Power June 21st to
24th 2011 Singapore 15
16. Land related costs can be lowered if the investor already owns the land. In the
case of NPPs, land costs can be lowered if the NPP is built on a pre-existing NPP
site.
Other, for example transportation related investments may not be required, and
access to water is very likely to be available.
NPPs can also be located on the site of obsolete coal fired power plants slated
The cost of the land upon which the
nuclear power plant (NPP) is built
NPPs can also be located on the site of obsolete coal fired power plants slated
to be shut down for technological or environmental reasons.
The same advantages of the NPP location would apply to the coal powered site,
and additional facilities – for example the turbine hall, parking lots,
administrative buildings, workshops, transformer farms, etc. - can potentially be
recycled.
The layout and size of an existing coal fired power plant may not be
appropriate for adaptation for a large nuclear plant, but a cluster of small
reactor approach would allow for far greater flexibility in facility layout,
and would be far more easy to accommodate.Presented by Dr. Himadri Banerji 2nd
Annual Nuclear Power June 21st to
24th 2011 Singapore 16
17. Small reactors, especially advanced technology small reactors, offer
advancements in siting flexibility.
For example, clusters of small reactors can be located in former salt mines.
Serial production lowers design costs.
Costs related to designing the NPP
Design costs are largely fixed.
Design costs can be divided among all of the units produced.
If one reactor of a particular design is produced, then the recovery of the
cost of that design would be through sale of that unit.
If hundreds of units are produced, the recovery of the design cost can be
divided between all of the units.
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18. Clusters of Small Reactors
Costs related to designing the NPP
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19. Finally, design simplification can lower nuclear costs.
The Generation IV Molten Salt Reactor design offers revolutionary design
simplification. In the Molten Salt Reactor the fuel is dissolved in the
coolant.
Thus much of the core structure is eliminated. Because the Molten Salt
Costs related to designing the NPP
Thus much of the core structure is eliminated. Because the Molten Salt
Reactor features a negative coefficient of reactivity, the reactor is highly
stable without operator control input.
Control rods can be partially or completely eliminated.
These simple features lower manufacturing costs. And lessen
manufacturing time.
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20. The material input into a NPP per watt of output typically decreases as
total reactor output rises.
Traditionally this has lead to the economies of scales argument, which
maintains that the larger the reactor output, the lower the per watt cost.
There are, however, problems with this assessment.
Cost related to the materials from which the NPP is built
There are, however, problems with this assessment.
While it is true that larger size usually means lower material costs per unit
of electrical output, there are exceptions to this rule, especially with
respect to advanced nuclear technology.
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21. For example:
The greater thermal efficiency of a reactor of similar core size might lower output
cost per unit of heat, compared to that of a similar sized, but less efficient design.
Reactor safety issues may effect materials input.
Cost related to the materials from which the NPP is built
Reactor safety issues may effect materials input.
Light Water Reactor cores and heat exchanges operate under very high pressure.
They require significant amounts of material to prevent steam explosions.
LWR outer containment structures are typically massive, and thus require large
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22. A more compact reactor core may lower material requirements.
Thus if two reactors have the same output, the one with the smaller core
is likely to require fewer materials.
Underground reactor siting could potentially lower reactor structural
costs, by offering protection against terrorist attacks from aircraft and at
Cost related to the materials from which the NPP is built
costs, by offering protection against terrorist attacks from aircraft and at
surface levels with lower materials inputs.
.
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23. Small generation components can lower material requirements.
Thus supercritical carbon dioxide turbines are much smaller than steam
turbines used in conventional reactors.
Small turbines require fewer materials,and can be housed in smaller
turbine halls, which in turn require less material and labour input to
build.
Cost related to the materials from which the NPP is built
Thus a small advanced technology reactor with a compact core and
high thermal efficiency, that operates at a one atmosphere pressure
level, and can be sited underground might require fewer materials
inputs per unit of electrical output than a much larger conventional
reactor
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24. In addition manufacturing costs can be lowered by simplifying reactor
design. Passive safety features can in some instances lower nuclear
costs.
For example thermo-siphoning of reactor coolant, may save the cost of
manufacturing and installing coolant pumps.
Reactor Design Lowers Manufacturing Costs
Gravity feed emergency coolant systems save on manufacturing costs
in several ways,
They do not require backup generators or pumps, thus many of the
expenses of older emergency coolant systems can be saved.
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25. The B&W mPower reactor, with its scalable, modular design, has the
capacity to provide 125 MWe to 750 MWe or more for a 4.5-year operating
cycle without refuelling, and is designed to produce clean, zero-emission
operations.
Babcock & Wilcox Nuclear Energy, Inc. will lead the development, licensing
and delivery of B&W mPower reactor projects.
Features of the B&W mPower reactor include:
mPower Reactors from B&W
Features of the B&W mPower reactor include:
Integral nuclear system design
Passive safety systems
Underground containment
4.5-year operating cycle between refueling
Scalable, modular design is flexible for local needs
Multi-unit (1 to 10+) plant
Used fuel stored in spent fuel pool for life of the reactor (60 years)
Country shop-manufactured
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26. Labour costs can be lowered by shifting work from the field to a
factory.The more labor which can be performed in a factory, the lower
the over all costs.
Modular production is consistent with factory manufacture. Factory
manufacture lowers labor costs in several ways.
First serial production leads to the division of labor, which in turn
Labour costs related to manufacture and construction.
First serial production leads to the division of labor, which in turn
typically increases labor productivity.
The division of labor decreases the skill set required from individual
workers.
Decreased labor skill sets decrease labor wage expectations.
Factory work settings, as opposed to field work settings also decrease
wage expectations.
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27. The current nuclear regulatory environment favour serial
manufacture.
Once an example of a particular nuclear design is approved by the
NRC is approved, the approval of all subsequent reactors using the
The cost of obtaining regulatory approval and permits like for
water
design is automatic.
Environmental aspects of subsequent application, however, receive
the same attention, since they vary from facility to facility.
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28. In addition to NRC license requirements, other licenses or permits may be
required.
For example, the use of cooling water from rivers and lakes is not automatic,
and usually requires regulatory approval.
One of the advantages of recycling coal fired power plant sites, is that water
access permits may already exist, and potentially can be transferred.
The cost of obtaining regulatory approval and permits like for water
But what if obtaining a water use permit is not possible?
With small reactor designs air rather water cooling is practical, with
relatively modest efficiency penalties.
With efficient advanced reactors, the efficiency benefits may far outweigh
the efficiency losses related to air cooling.
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29. Interest accrues as nuclear power plant construction, and accrued interest may
amount to a significant percentage of NPP capital costs, especially if the
construction project stretches to half a decade or more.
Small factory built reactors are expected to have shortened construction times,
compared to large conventional reactors.
Simplified advanced reactor designs are also expected to shorten NPP
construction time.
Investment related costs (interest, etc.)
construction time.
These shortening construction time can decrease the interest component of
capital costs significantly.
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30. Interest charges may reflect the market's assessment of project risks.
The greater a projects assumed risk, the higher the interest premium the
market will assess.
By decreasing a project's size, and lowering projected
manufacturing/construction time, nuclear project builders can offer the
market lower perceived risks.
Investment related costs (interest, etc.)
market lower perceived risks.
Lower perceived risks, will lead to interest discounts compared to higher risk
large nuclear projects.
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31. Small,factory manufactured reactors offer advantages in transportation costs.
Conventional reactors include a number of very large and heavy components,
that present transportation challenges.
Components such as pressure vessels and steam generators may require
special and highly unusual transportation arrangements if they are transported
overland.
Transportation and Access Related Costs
Special huge road transportation vehicles, some capable of moving no more
than three miles an hour may disrupt highway uses in large areas over several
weeks as they transported conventional reactor steam generators and pressure
vessels to reactor sites.
In contrast, small reactor cores may be moved by trucks or by rail as ordinary
freight.
In areas where water shortages represent acute problems, small reactor access to
reliable water supplies is unnecessary. Air cooling will enable small reactors to
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32. Small reactor clusters located at recycled coal fire power plant locations
potentially have greatly simplified grid connections.
Not only can they be located near to the cities they are intended to serve, but
grid hook-up is facilitated by existing transformer farms, and grid
connections.
The cost of the electrical transmission system that connects the NPP
to the grid
Because they can be located close to served cities new transmission lines will
not cover long distances, thus lowering grid expansion costs.
Large reactors may require new transmission lines that are hundreds of miles
long, in order to move surplus electricity to market.
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33. Small reactor clusters located at recycled coal fire power plant
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34. In addition to the above savings, and potential savings mentioned above there
are other potential savings that may be available with small reactors.
For example, with advanced nuclear technology, for example molten salt
reactors, combined Rankine (steam) and Brayton (gas) cycles are possible.
A bottoming desalinization cycle could be offered to the system, thus offering
Lost Opportunities for Combining Cycles and Improving Efficiencies
A bottoming desalinization cycle could be offered to the system, thus offering
formidable efficiency from small reactor packages.
A high temperature reactor can provide top cycle heat for industrial processes,
as well as producing middle cycle electricity generation, and bottom cycle heat
for electrical generation.
By adding a second generating cycle, small reactors can lower their electrical
generation costs.
Desalination would add a further revenue stream from the reactors operation
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35. Shifts from conventional nuclear technology, to some advanced nuclear
technologies, also offer significant potential savings.
‘Some advanced technology savings are available to both large and small
nuclear power plants, but the flexibility of small NPPs may mean that at
least in certain situations
Benefits in Risk Management By shifting to Small Reactors
least in certain situations
Small advanced nuclear power plants may offer very significant potential
savings in comparison to large conventional NPPs.
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36. Status of Development of Small Reactors
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