The UK’s first FLEXPOWER PLUS® gas-fired power station with CO2 capture is now in commercial operation.

A significant milestone in sustainable energy innovation

The 10-megawatt plant in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, marks the first application of the FLEXPOWER PLUS® concept, which combines advanced mtu gas engine technology, highly efficient heat recovery systems and integrated CO₂ capture to deliver clean, efficient and flexible electricity and food-grade CO₂. The plant will capture up to 30,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year.

The power plant supplies electricity to more than 10,000 households, thereby contributing to grid stability. At the same time, the heat generated by the combined heat and power units is used to support CO₂ recovery.

Michael Stipa, Senior Vice President, Business Development and Product Management, Stationary Power Solutions at Rolls-Royce Power Systems:
"FLEXPOWER PLUS® is a significant step towards decentralised energy supply. Its ability to deliver fast, clean and reliable energy with integrated carbon capture makes it a future-proof solution for a net-zero grid. The Rhodesa project demonstrates what is possible when advanced engine technology is combined with carbon-conscious design."

Rolls-Royce has supplied six highly efficient combined heat and power units based on mtu 4000 L64FNER series gas engines for the power station in Worksop and will ensure the reliable operation of the plant for ten years under a maintenance contract.

Mick Avison, Founder and CEO of Landmark Power Holdings
:“FLEXPOWER PLUS® is more than a power station – it is a blueprint for the future of power generation. It combines proven technologies in a new way to meet the UK’s need for flexible, low-carbon baseload power generation. The project in Rhodesia marks the first full-scale deployment of this model, and we are proud to be leading this innovation together with Rolls-Royce, ASCO and with the support of Victory Hill."

Ralph Spring, Managing Director of ASCO Kohlensäure AG, said:
"Carbon capture is generally seen as the domain of large industrial emitters. With FLEXPOWER PLUS®, it is being deployed in smaller, decentralised applications where it can have a huge cumulative impact. As CO₂ prices rise and net-zero targets become increasingly tight, this model is a timely and valuable solution."

Axpo supplies the gas for the FLEXPOWER PLUS® gas engine power plant and purchases the electricity generated, thereby creating comprehensive market access for gas and electricity.

Rob Bullyment, Senior Originator at Axpo in the UK, said:
"By providing reliable market access for gas and electricity, we can optimise operations in response to market dynamics. Our commitment enhances the local energy landscape and supports our mission to facilitate the UK’s transition to a more sustainable future."

The plant in Rhodes is the first comprehensive application of the FLEXPOWER PLUS® concept, which has been designed for rapid deployment in the UK and internationally. The modular approach enables scalable deployment and helps to support the grid during periods of high volatility in renewable energy, whilst capturing and utilising carbon emissions.