Gera, Brazil

Wärtsilä and Gera -Geradora de Energia do Amazonas S/A) also agreed on new or updated service agreements to keep the plant operating in great condition. The power plant ultimately increased output from 85 MW to 92 MW.  By converting to pure gas and signing up to long-term service agreements the power plants will lower emissions, save fuel costs, and increase engine performance. Besides improved reliability of supply, Brazilians are now also enjoying lower prices due to the gas conversions, which eliminate heavy fuel oil usage and corresponding refunds from the national Fuel Consumption Account (CCC).

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