USA applications to reduce our auxiliary loads .”
That continuous improvement imperative has never stopped , and what ’ s in store for MCV in the future is continuing to build on its current site — improving reliability and take even further advantage of the benefits that its location offers .
“ We still have a lot of advantages , right here at the Midland site , of assets that aren ’ t fully utilized ,” says Vokal . “ Thermally we only use about 20-35 percent of capability of our cooling pond ; we have significant access to natural gas , with a large gas transmission line into the site . We ’ re also located near a considerable electric transmission substation two miles away . With those assets available to us , we ’ re looking to expand .”
In addition to utilizing advantages already at hand , MCV also has plans to add 600-700 megawatts of power at its Midland site through the addition of a new steam turbine and up to two gas turbines . With this , MCV will have the option to provide further energy to Michigan on a merchant or industrial power purchase agreement basis . As it continues to grow and improve , the focus remains on continuing to provide great uninterrupted service to the customers who rely on MCV power each day . “ We are very nimble to the market , and because of our flexibility , efficiency and economies of scale , we are looking to expand our capacity ,” says Vokal . “ We can build onto our plant and continue to offer a high level of reliability to our customers .”
Company Information
INDUSTRY
Energy
HEADQUARTERS
100 E Progress Place Midland , MI , USA , 48640
FOUNDED
1990
EMPLOYEES
123
REVENUE
Not Disclosed
PRODUCTS / SERVICES
Energy
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