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Read moreFull report: Addressing combustion challenges of hydrogen addition to natural gas
The full report “Addressing the combustion challenges of hydrogen addition to natural gas” led by ETN’s Combustion task force within Hydrogen Working Group is now available for download! Please note that it is available for ETN members only (login required).
The report presents findings, conclusions and recommendations, aiming to facilitate the introduction of gas turbines firing the full range of hydrogen and natural gas blends to deliver heat and power.
Please find the full report for download here.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a new standard “ISO 21905:2020 Gas turbine exhaust systems with or without waste heat recovery”, based on the work carried out by the ETN Exhaust Systems Working Group.
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ETN standard on gas turbine exhaust systems successfully published as an ISO standard
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published a new standard “ISO 21905:2020 Gas turbine exhaust systems with or without waste heat recovery”, based on the work carried out by the ETN Exhaust Systems Working Group.
“I am very pleased that our initiative from back in 2009 within ETN to create an industry standard for GT exhaust systems/WHRU’s now resulted in ISO21905 being published. As much as I am convinced that both end users and manufacturers will greatly benefit from it, for me also the process of developing the standard, while not always easy, was very rewarding. Credit is due to all the experts who freely shared knowledge and experience and worked dedicated towards a common goal, however, it would have never happened without ETN providing the framework and administrative support” – Joerg Gottwald (Equinor)
Read ETN’s full press release here and access the ETN standard and other Exhaust Systems Working Group documents here.
ETN’s SGT-A35 User Group Meeting will be held on 04-06 November 2025. TotalEnergies will host the event at le Centre Scientifique et Technique Jean Féger (CSTJF) in Pau, France.
Registration information for
- End-Users: Registration will open on 10 June at 12 pm (CEST), but you can ensure you receive the registration opening email by subscribing to the ETN Global SGT-A35 User Group Meeting mailing list here (only for end-users).
- Independent Vendors / Service Providers: Independent vendors and service providers can only attend by sponsoring the event and receiving an invitation from the user group’s Steering Committee. To be considered, you must register your interest within the specified timeframe. If you would like to receive the registration of interest opening email, subscribe to the SGT-A35 User Group Meeting mailing list here.
- 7 April – 30 April*: Submission of registration of interest.
- 15 May**: The Steering Committee will review all sponsorship registrations of interest and extend invitations to sponsor the event. You will receive the full sponsorship package upon invitation.
If you have any doubts, please reach out to Antonio Escamilla at aep@etn.global.
*After 30 April, sponsorship requests may be restricted and not fully considered.
**Only independent vendors and service providers who receive an invitation will be eligible to attend and sponsor the conference.
TotalEnergies will host the event at le Centre Scientifique et Technique Jean Féger (CSTJF) in Pau, France.
CSTJF in numbers:
A list of recommended hotels will be provided upon SGT-A35 User Group Meeting registrations on 5 May.
The three-day event will include:
- Day 1: User & technical Sessions – discussions among users (and service providers/suppliers) on current top-priority topics.
- Day 2: Approved Service Providers and Independent Vendors Sessions – tailored presentations to address the user community needs.
- Day 3: Siemens Energy (OEM) Sessions – Special session(s) about the latest developments & upgrades and technical discussions about high-priority topics.
- An exhibition area on day 2 & networking opportunities throughout the three days.
The draft agenda will be available soon.
The following ETN Members are part of the SGT-A35 User Group Steering Committee:
The following organisations were sponsors of the ETN SGT-A35 User Group Meeting 2024:
Call for papers
Call for papers is now closed. All submitting authors will receive a notification email by 07 February 2025. You can find the Call for papers document here.
About IGTC
12th IGTC “Advancing turbomachinery innovations and strategies for net-zero pathways” will take place at Tangla hotel on 14-15 October 2025 in Brussels, Belgium.
The IGTC, is well-established and renowned biennial event, dedicated to demonstrating significant opportunities for turbomachinery in the energy transition and in a net-zero society. The conference highlights the latest technical developments in identified net-zero pathways, serving as a crucial information platform for the user community. It also provides opportunities for the Research & Development (R&D) community to meet and discuss with users, suppliers, service providers, and policymakers. Additionally, it offers an outlook on the European and key energy markets globally, while sharing current R&D activities and the latest achievements in flexible, efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions.
Parallel technical sessions
Designed to address critical R&D activities necessary for turbomachinery advancements. These sessions, which cover operational, environmental, and cost perspectives, will present recent technology developments and innovative solutions, ensuring a balanced view of current and future research needs.
Keynote sessions and panel discussions
Designed to address critical issues related to net-zero strategies and technical pathways. Special attention will be given to increased operational flexibility needs, low-carbon solutions, energy efficiency, and product sustainability. Distinguished experts and high-level policymakers will engage in discussions on the suitability of the current energy policy framework to meet the market needs.
Attendees
Turbomachinery user community (utilities, industrial users and energy companies), OEMs, equipment and service providers, universities and R&D institutes, consultancies and policymakers.
More information about the previous conferences is available here.
IGTC Conference Advisory Board
ETN Global’s 12th IGTC will take place at Tangla Hotel Brussels, which is ideally located close to the International Brussels Airport (BRU):
- Hotel: Tangla Hotel Brussels
- Address: Avenue E. Mounier 5, Woluwe Saint Lambert, 1200 Brussels, Belgium
- Price: EUR 230 per person/per night excl. VAT incl. breakfast
- Booking link: Coming soon…
ETN’s LM2500 User Group Meeting will be held on 03-05 June 2025 in Aberdeen, Scotland.
Refer below for venue, hotel, and agenda information.
Registration information for
- End-Users: Registration will open on 08 April at 12 pm (CET), but you can ensure you receive the registration opening email by subscribing to the ETN Global LM2500 User Group Meeting mailing list here (only for end-users).
- Independent Vendors / Service Providers: Independent vendors and service providers can only attend by sponsoring the event and receiving an invitation from the user group’s Steering Committee. Sponsorships have been now fully occupied for the upcoming year. If you are interested in participating in the next edition, you can subscribe to the ETN Global LM2500 User Group Meeting mailing list here.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Antonio Escamilla at aep@etn.global.
ETN Global’s LM2500 User Group Meeting will take place at the P&J Live Event Complex (E Burn Rd, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 9FX, United Kingdom).
P&J Live is located close to Aberdeen International Airport, six miles northwest of the city centre, and just a few short minutes from the city’s new western peripheral route. You can reach the venue using a range of transport options. Check it out here.
Venue Photo Gallery:
The list of recommended hotels will be provided once the venue has been selected.
The three-day event will include:
- User & technical Sessions – discussions among users (and service providers/suppliers) on current top-priority topics.
- GE Aerospace/Baker Hughes/AeroAlliance JV sessions – Special session(s) about the latest developments & upgrades and technical discussions about high-priority topics.
- An exhibition area & networking opportunities
The draft agenda can be consulted here (login required). Be aware agenda might change. If you cannot access the agenda, send an email to aep@etn.global.
The following ETN Members are part of the LM2500 User Group Steering Committee:
The following organisations were sponsors of the ETN LM2500 User Group Meeting 2024:
About Brian Pitt Excellence Award
The Brian Pitt Excellence Award pays tribute to Brian Pitt, a former Rolls-Royce employee and co-founder of the Association of European Manufacturers of Industrial Gas Turbines (EuMIGT) in 1997. He also served as a supporting partner in the CE-IGT (Centres of Excellence for Industrial Gas Turbines) project between 2003-2005.
Throughout his professional journey, Brian Pitt was devoted to fortifying the European research landscape in gas turbines. His vision encompassed the establishment of a centre of excellence for gas turbine technology, aiming to boost efficiency, cut costs, and expedite innovation. Pitt was a proponent of dismantling traditional barriers among companies, start-ups, and universities by fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas. He championed open collaboration involving customers, suppliers, university researchers, and even competitors, seeking to facilitate access to high-quality ideas and drive innovation in gas turbine technology. His significant contributions played a crucial role in the formation of what we now identify as ETN Global, thanks to his close association with Christer Björkqvist, the Managing Director of ETN.
The Brian Pitt Excellence Award acknowledges individuals who exemplify Pitt’s commitment to excellence and innovation in the gas turbine field.
Registration
Registration is now open: Stage I (Abstract Submission) – Submit your abstract in the section below
About the competition
Master’s students now have a remarkable opportunity to present their pioneering research in the ever-evolving domains of energy and turbomachinery, carrying forward the legacy initiated by Brian Pitt in the past. This competition aims to recognize outstanding contributions made by Master’s students, nurturing their career advancement in both academic and industry spheres. The ETN Young Engineers Committee spearheads this competition with support from the ETN Office.
The competition winner will receive:
- A fully funded invitation to attend the ETN Global’s 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC) on 14-15 October 2025 in Brussels (Belgium). The invitation covers round-trip travel expenses, accommodation and registration fees, and
- the opportunity to submit an invitation paper and present their research to the entire Energy & Turbomachinery community (subject to approval by the IGTC Conference Advisory Board).
The other four finalists will receive:
- A discounted fee to attend the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (they will receive the same fee and condition as ETN Global YEC Members).
Join us in celebrating and advancing the field of energy and turbomachinery. Seize this opportunity to be recognised for your innovative contributions and connect with leading professionals in the industry! Good luck to all participants!
For inquiries or additional information, please contact Giuseppe Tilocca at gt@etn.global.
The eligible participants must adhere to all the criteria mentioned below:
- Enrollment in the participation is available for master’s students currently registered in a Master’s Programme at one of the ETN Global-affiliated universities (ETN members). The assignment of a Master’s thesis subject must have already taken place, and the thesis defence should occur no later than September 30, 2025. Individuals who submitted their Master’s Thesis after October 1, 2024, are also eligible to participate.
- The subject of the Master’s Thesis should be related to one or more of the following five categories in the domain of turbomachinery.
- Low Carbon Solutions,
- Energy Efficiency,
- Operational Optimisation,
- Decentralised Energy Systems,
- Product Sustainability.
For further information on the topics of interest, candidates are encouraged to make use of the 2023 ETN Research and Development Report and ETN Technology Wheel.
The competition is organised in three stages:
- Stage I: Initial Abstract Submission: deadline 4th April 2025
- Stage II: Summarised Thesis Submission: deadline 16th May 2025
- Stage III: Online Competition Event: 2nd July 2025
The first two stages consist of written submissions, whilst the competition will be an online space for students to present their work in front of academics and industry leaders in the energy and turbomachinery field.
Stage I – Abstract submission
Participants are required to submit a 400 word abstract of their thesis, highlighting key aspects of their research. The abstract should provide an overview of the research question aims and key objectives, the methods used and the (expected) results and outcome of the study.
- Abstract should contain:
- Title of the MSc Thesis, names of Author and Supervisor(s), affiliation and full addresses of Author and Supervisor(s).
- Up to five keywords in descending order of importance.
- Language: All abstracts must be written in high-quality English, and authors of selected papers must be able to present their topics in English.
- Submission procedure: see the Registration section below.
Stage II – Summarised thesis
Upon successful abstract selection, participants will be invited to submit a summarised version of their work. The summarised thesis should provide an introduction and background on the challenge being tackled, and the potential impact of your research and its relevance to the broader academic community or real-world applications, it should provide a short literature review justifying the selection of the study and how it addresses current challenges or gaps in knowledge, methods should be clearly explained with supporting literature as to their selection, and results must be presented and analysed with a corresponding conclusion.
- Format: PDF document, from 6 to 10 pages in total, including all the sections required.
- Document formatting guidelines:
- Use the following template: BPEA 2024 Summarized Thesis Report Template.
- Evaluation rubric: The reports will be evaluated based on the Report Evaluation Rubric.
- Submission procedure: those whose abstract was accepted, submit your summarised thesis report by filling in the following form before 10 May at 17:00 CEST – Submission Form.
Stage III – Competition event
After the evaluation of the stage II submissions, five selected participants will be invited to present their summarised theses in a 7-minute presentation during the Energy & Turbomachinery Network Master’s Thesis Competition. The presentations will provide an opportunity for participants to showcase their work and engage with the judging panel. The presentation should cover the information provided in the summarised thesis, respecting the time limit. It should communicate the research effectively and covers the main aspects of your thesis, including the problem statement, methodology, results, and conclusions. More information and guidelines will be provided to the contestants at this stage.
- Date: The event will be held on July 2025 (TBC), it will have a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes.
- Format: PPT presentation, 7 minutes max. + 3 minutes Q&A.
- Submission procedure: you will be contacted by the organising committee for further instructions.
- Notification of winner: winner will be announced at the end of the event.
A panel composed of ETN members will evaluate based on the:
- Relevance of the topic,
- Originality of the work (how your work contributes to the existing body of knowledge in your field and what makes it stand out),
- Quality of academic writing,
- Impact in the field,
- Communication and presentation skills.
The winner of the 2025 Brian Pitt Excellence Award will receive a fully funded invitation to attend the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC) on 14-15 October 2025 in Brussels (Belgium)
The prize for the winner includes the following:
- Exclusive chance to be invited to present their investigation results in front of a diverse and influential audience at the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC).
- Round-trip travel expenses, accommodation and registration fees for participation at the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC) in Brussels, Belgium.
- A distinctive certification acknowledging the victorious achievements in the competition.
- Networking opportunities with professionals and experts in the field.
(The winning participant must be available to attend the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC) scheduled on 14-15 October 2025 in Brussels, Belgium )
Two other prizes are awarded for the other four finalists:
- An exclusive certification recognising their participation in the final round.
- A discounted fee to attend the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (same fee and condition as ETN Global YEC Members).
- The possibility of presenting a poster of their project during the 12th International Gas Turbine Conference (IGTC)
Registration for the 2025 Brian Pitt Excellence Award: Maste5’s Thesis Competition is OPEN.
Stage: abstract submission.
If you are interested in participating, submit your abstract in the form below.
Rewatch the kickoff webinar that took place on January 16, 2025.
This webinar is intended for university professors, readers, and supervisors and is hosted by YEC Member Emma Vizzino (RWE). It will provide an introduction to the award and an overview of its key elements, including:
- Eligibility
- Format
- Timeline
- Topics
- Prizes and Recognitions
Additionally, we will feature the experience of last year’s finalist, now YEC member Alberto Patti (Universitá di Genova), who will share his perspective from the inside.
Download the slide deck here.
Watch the recording here:
BPEA 2024 Online Competition
The online competition of the Brian Pitt Excellence Award was held on July 3rd where five master’s students presented their thesis results and competed for a grant to travel and attend the ETN October Workshop 2024.
- Simona Calenda, Politecnico di Milano
- Analysis of part-load operation and plant size effects on combined cycle power plants with post-combustion CO2 capture
- Julieta Rocío Iribarne, Universidad de Sevilla
- Design of supercritical CO2 storage for power plants
- Alberto Patti, University of Genoa
- Feasibility study of reverse Brayton cycles for waste heat recovery in industrial applications
- Simone Girelli, Politecnico di Milano
- Definition of optimal round trip efficiency maps for transcritical carbon dioxide based pumped thermal energy storage systems
- Erica Di Meglio, Politecnico di Torino
- CFD simulation of low-emission premixed gas turbine injectors
Simona Calenda from Politecnico di Milano won the competition. A big thank you to all participants throughout the competition, and best of luck to everyone in their future career endeavors.
Make sure to stay updated for the opening of the 2025 edition.
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- US policy: Slowing progress on decarbonisation and climate action
Industry leaders unite to accelerate CCUS and Hydrogen deployment for net-zero future
On 25 March 2025, high-level industry leaders gathered in Bergen, Norway, for strategic discussions on accelerating the deployment of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) and hydrogen technologies. Organised by ETN Global, ahead of exclusive visits to Northern Lights and the Technology Centre Mongstad, world’s most advanced CCS projects, this meeting brought together key stakeholders from across the energy sector to explore solutions for scaling these technologies and achieving global net-zero targets.
The discussions emphasised the importance of cross-industry collaboration in overcoming technical, regulatory, and economic challenges. As part of this effort, ETN Global officially launched a CCUS Working Group, fostering innovation and partnerships to advance the development and implementation of these critical decarbonisation technologies.
With strong commitments from major players, this initiative signals a united effort to accelerate the energy transition.
Please read the full press release here.
Latest News
Read more- Industry leaders unite to accelerate CCUS and Hydrogen deployment for net-zero future
- ETN Global contributes to European Commission’s IED 2.0 Studies
- ETN Global signs joint letter calling for recognition of cogeneration in NZIA Delegated Act
- InsigH2t project officially launched!
- US policy: Slowing progress on decarbonisation and climate action
ETN Global contributes to European Commission’s IED 2.0 Studies
In March 2025 ETN Global has responded to the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Environment (DG ENV) Call for Evidence regarding two studies related to the revised Industrial Emissions Directive (IED 2.0) and transformation plans.
The aim of the study was to assess the investment gap for transforming industrial installations to align with carbon neutrality, zero pollution, and circular economy goals, as well as to support the development of transformation plans under Article 27d of IED 2.0.
We shared three papers directed by our Hydrogen and Alternative Fuels Working Group that provide key insights:
- Addressing the combustion challenges of hydrogen addition to natural gas – analysing NOx emissions as a challenge in hydrogen combustion (restricted access for members only).
- Hydrogen gas turbines, 2024 edition – highlighting technologies that mitigate high nitrous oxides (NOx) emissions while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Proposed NOx emissions reporting for hydrogen-containing fuels – discussing current and proposed normalization methods for NOx emissions reporting.
We also expressed our willingness to participate in targeted interviews and workshops to further contribute to the Commission’s work. We remain committed to supporting policies and technologies that facilitate the clean energy transition.
Latest News
Read more- Industry leaders unite to accelerate CCUS and Hydrogen deployment for net-zero future
- ETN Global contributes to European Commission’s IED 2.0 Studies
- ETN Global signs joint letter calling for recognition of cogeneration in NZIA Delegated Act
- InsigH2t project officially launched!
- US policy: Slowing progress on decarbonisation and climate action
ETN Global signs joint letter calling for recognition of cogeneration in NZIA Delegated Act
On 13 March 2025, ETN Global, together with five other non-profit membership based associations, co-signed a joint letter urging the European Commission to recognise cogeneration technologies in the Net-Zero Industry Delegated Act (NZIA DA). Addressed to Executive Vice-President Stéphane Séjourné, the letter highlights the critical role of cogeneration in driving energy efficiency, decarbonisation, and industrial competitiveness.
Key highlights from the letter:
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Cogeneration enables the efficient use of thermal energy sources such as solar thermal, geothermal, hydrogen, and bioenergy.
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The sector directly employs over 100,000 people across Europe, supporting SMEs and local supply chains.
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Cogeneration reduces reliance on expensive power grid expansions, enhancing energy system flexibility.
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It is vital for key industrial sectors and district heating, aligning with the EU’s Clean Industrial Deal objectives.
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European manufacturers are actively investing in innovative, future-proof cogeneration technologies to support energy security and decarbonisation.
The signatories call for cogeneration to be fully recognised under all relevant categories in the NZIA DA to ensure its role in Europe’s clean energy transition.
Please download the joint letter here.