IGCC: An alternative to the use of mineral coal

Abstract

The expectation of reducing reserves of non-renewable resources, as well as the growing concern for environmental preservation has been encouraging the substitution of conventional resources and technologies in electricity generation by alternatives for higher performance and / or renewable sources. In this context, the gasification of coal is gaining ground because of technological developments, enabling the generation of electricity cleanly and with greater efficiency when compared with consolidated thermoelectric plants. From these premises, this paper will address the national energy demand growth, cost analysis and deployment of IGCC technology comparison with other economic means of generating clean.