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Sedalia, MO (December 31, 2019) – PROENERGY announced that it has been selected by WattBridge Energy, LLC (WattBridge) for the HO Clarke Power Station as part of its Path to Power, a 2 GW platform in the ERCOT market. ProEnergy will provide a turnkey power plant solution that will include 6 LM6000PC peaking generation units with a total capacity of 288 MW.

WattBridge is a Houston, Texas based firm responsible for the development and operation of peaker power solutions enabling renewable energy growth. WattBridge has over 1.3 GW of generation planned for 2021.

PROENERGY will provide the technology to support WattBridge’s commitment to bridge the gap to a responsible and sustainable energy future. PROENERGY’s PowerFLX packages exclusively utilize LM6000 aeroderivative turbines that are enhanced through a proprietary optimization and recommissioning program delivering industry benchmark performance and reliability at an unprecedented value. “PROENERGY’s units will enable increased renewable energy growth and integration across the market, while meeting required emissions guidelines,” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon.

“The HO Clarke project will provide a critical energy resource to the region during peak demands in the Summer and Winter months and support continued commercial and residential growth in the area” added WattBridge President, Mike Alvarado.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri and Houston, Texas; and international locations in a number of countries including Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico and Pakistan. More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, MO (August 24, 2019) – A joint program between PROENERGY and RWE has produced a fully functional plant level string test facility for LM6000 gas turbines located on PROENERGY’s 100 acre campus in Sedalia, Missouri. PROENERGY completed construction of its test facility in less than 200 days from contract to first fire. Featuring its own load bank system, PROENERGY is able to test the full range of capacity with the freedom of being decoupled from the grid.

RWE Generation runs one of the largest flexible power plant portfolios in Germany, as well as highly efficient power plants in the UK and the Netherlands with a total capacity exceeding 25 gigawatts. 

“Running a fully functional LM6000 string test facility in the United States is a unique advantage for the industry and PROENERGY, giving us a technological and engineering advantage as we push the limits of the LM6000 product capability and test new or improved gas turbine technology.” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico and Pakistan. More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo (July 18, 2019) – PROENERGY announced that it has been selected by Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM) for the Piñon Generating Station as part of the San Juan Replacement Resources being proposed in a filing with the NM Public Regulation Commission. PROENERGY will provide the engineering, procurement and construction for 7 natural gas LM6000PC peaking generation units with a total capacity of 280MW.

PNM is the largest electricity provider in the state of New Mexico serving more than 500,000 customers. The Piñon Generating Station is an integral part in the transition to a renewable energy portfolio. Piñon Generating Station will support this transition by providing fast, flexible, clean and reliable power for the customers of New Mexico.

PROENERGY supports PNM’s commitment to a clean environment. Each of PROENERGY’s units will be fitted with state-of-the-art emissions control capabilities providing industry leading emissions reduction. “PROENERGY’s units will be capable of operating at 5% to 100% power output, and still meet the required emissions limits,” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico and Pakistan. More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

SEDALIA, MO (January 9, 2018) – PROENERGY is pleased to announce that Alejandro Vigo has joined PROENERGY as General Manager Latin America.

Alejandro brings more than 23 years of experience from the power generation industry to his new role. His expertise includes all aspects from project conception to execution including project definition, project management and construction, startup & commissioning, operation and routine minor and major maintenance of facilities with gas turbines in simple and combined cycle. Prior to joining PROENERGY, Alejandro served as Manager of North Region Operations for YPF Energía Eléctrica in Argentina, running one of the largest power generation complexes in the country totaling more than 1000 MW of installed capacity. He also served as a General Manager for Latin America at PIC Energy and key positions at several different companies including SSOI, GE and Pluspetrol. His insight and experience in successfully executing projects in Latin America including Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Chile, Brazil and Argentina will be an invaluable asset in leading the efforts for PROENERGY with our Latin American customers.

“Alejandro has worked in every facet of power generation and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with him” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon. “Combining his industry expertise and regional knowledge with PROENERGY’s vast product and service offering will create a great opportunity to service the Latin American market”.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Mexico and Pakistan. More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (August 14, 2017) – PROENERGY is pleased to announce that Walt Kittrell has joined PROENERGY as Senior VP of Business Development.

Walt brings nearly 30 years of heavy industrial experience to his new role.  He worked his way up through numerous trades from a boilermaker and pipefitter to a Project Superintendent. Walt also worked for NPPD in Columbus, Nebraska as a Project Coordinator, overseeing contractors at Cooper Nuclear Station on several refueling outages.  Prior to joining PROENERGY, Walt served as an officer and VP of Business Development for Fagen, Inc. for over 23 years. His responsibilities at PROENERGY will help lead the efforts on balance of plant work through a wide variety of industries. 

“Working numerous roles on every level of a project has provided him hands-on, practical experience that is difficult to match through any other method,” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon. “He brings so much knowledge and energy as we work to expand our balance of plant service offerings.”

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola.  More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (June 9, 2017) – PROENERGY is pleased to announce that Paul Goldman has joined PROENERGY as Director of Controls Solutions. In his new role, Paul is responsible for the development and performance of all activities within the Controls division and oversees operations to ensure production efficiency, quality and services.

Prior to joining PROENERGY, Paul owned and managed Goldman Management Consulting and held numerous roles at Waukesha Bearings Corp including VP of International Business Development, General Manager of WB, Russia and Director of Engineering. He also held several roles with GE Power Systems, Bently Nevada Corporation including Program Manager for Smart Services/Reliability Engineering, and Director of Research & Development and Sr. Research Scientist for Bently Nevada. Paul earned his M.S. and PhD in Mechanical Engineering from State Polytechnic University of St. Petersburg, Russia and his MBA from the University of Tennessee.

“Paul’s Controls expertise will support the increasing demand for gas turbine packages on our EPC projects,” said PROENERGY COO, Travis Simpson. “He will also lead additional developments on upgrades for our Clients’ existing control systems.”

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola.  More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (May 16, 2017) – PROENERGY is pleased to announce that Bill Weisbrod has joined PROENERGY as Vice President of Aero Turbine Services. In his new role, Bill is responsible for the safe, reliable and economic operation of the Aero Depot and associated services.

Prior to joining PROENERGY, Bill was the Technology Director for Precision PCC Wyman-Gordon turbine forgings and has held senior leadership roles with John Wood Group and Rolls Royce. He earned his MBA from the University of Indianapolis and his Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from Trine University.

“Our Level 4 Aero Depot has seen extensive growth over the last couple of years, offering LM2500 and LM6000 engine overhauls, as well as outage maintenance in the field,” said PROENERGY CEO, Jeff Canon. “Bill is the right person to lead our efforts of taking the Aero Depot to a new level of expected growth. He is a highly respected leader with a proven track record of growing the businesses he has been responsible for.”

“PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world. PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola. More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (February 27, 2017) – PROENERGY recently sponsored the Armed Regulation trophies at the 12^th annual Smith-Cotton JROTC Drill Meet, held February 18^th at Smith-Cotton High School.  

JROTC is a cooperative effort between the U.S. Army and Smith-Cotton High School. The program focuses on leadership and character development and prepares high school students for responsible leadership roles while making them aware of their rights, responsibilities and privilege as American citizens.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world.  PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola.  More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (January 5, 2017) – PROENERGY has been selected by Centrales de la Costa Atlantica S.A. to provide two GE LM6000 PC packages along with the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of a turnkey 100 MW addition at Central 9 de Julio, located in Mar del Plata, Argentina. The existing plant consists of four GE Frame 5 natural gas-fired turbines and two steam turbines.

“The installation of these units will improve the reliability and stability of Mar del Plata’s electric system in terms of energy availability,” said Jeff Canon, CEO of PROENERGY. “We understand how critical these investments in energy are to Mar del Plata, and are honored they chose us to partner with them on these improvements.”

Centrales de la Costa Atlantica S.A produces and markets electrical energy through the operation of its four plants located on the Atlantic coast of Buenos Aires. As a generator agent, the company forms part of the Wholesale Electricity Market, and its operations are integrated into the National Interconnected System.

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world.  PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola.  More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.

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SEDALIA, Mo. (January 5, 2017) – PROENERGY recently provided the manpower, equipment and tools to disassemble the existing transformer and assemble, vacuum fill and test a new transformer at Seattle City Light’s Boundary Dam Facility for Toshiba International Corporation. ProEnergy worked with Toshiba as they developed this plan to coincide with a hydro turbine upgrade to increase generation capacity.

The entire project involved years of design reviews to ensure the transformer was properly sized to allow it to fit through a tunnel and into the cave opening. Removable components also had to be sized in order to be rigged into position for installation.

“This is a unique project that required multiple design reviews,” said Keith Kubicek, PROENERGY’s Vice President of Balance of Plant Services.  “Reviewing dimensions and developing rigging plans conducive to the tight surroundings we had to work within were critical to keeping the schedule on time and within budget.”

PROENERGY is responsible for the construction, management, operations, maintenance, and repair services for energy generation facilities and equipment around the world.  PROENERGY has U.S. offices in Sedalia, Missouri; Houston, Texas; and Fort Collins, Colorado; and international locations in a number of countries including Canada, Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Pakistan and Angola.  More information is available on PROENERGY’s website at www.proenergyservices.com.