ADI® purchased a 2G® CHP System for a Wastewater Treatment Plant in Pennsylvania.

Furmano Foods Inc. in Northumberland, Pennsylvania, is expanding the company’s wastewater treatment plant to use methane gas through the processing of organic waste to generate electricity and supply a portion of the facilities energy needs. ADI® Systems Inc., a leader in biological treatment systems for industrial wastewater plants, was selected to implement their advanced anaerobic treatment technology. ADI® decided to purchase a fully containerized 2G-CENERGY® biogas CHP cogeneration module, including gas treatment, interconnection switchgear, and emissions control technology. This plant will generate 2,075 MW/h electricity, and 9,800 MMBTU of thermal energy per year. ADI® is one of the worlds leading industrial wastewater treatment technology suppliers. Deciding to purchase a 2G® biogas CHP solution was a natural consequence of matching the best available biogas cogeneration system solution with their advanced WWTP technologies.

2G - CENERGY® was selected to supply a High Efficiency Biogas Power Plant to be installed in Aumsville, Oregon, powering 300 Homes and significantly reducing CO2 Emissions.

The cows at Oaklea Farms in Aumsville, Oregon, are producing more than just milk. Their manure is now being used to create electricity. The project generates revenue by selling the electricity, and through carbon offset credits which are bought by businesses or agencies to offset greenhouse gases they produce. Revolution Energy Solutions who owns and operates the anaerobic digester decided on its newest biogas power plant to be manufactured by 2G CENERGY®. The CHP cogeneration system will generate enough electricity to power about 300 homes in Oregon. 2G-CENERGY® is installing this 100% connection-ready modular power station in Aug. 2011.

The scope of supply includes utility grid interconnection switchgear, and the gas treatment technology. A 2G® biogas optimized MAN® prime mover is fully integrated in this modular “plug & play” power station. The biogas dehumidification system, a H2S (hydrogen sulfide) removal technology package, and the emergency flare are all integral parts of the power plant. RES decided to purchase a modern and advanced modular plant, instead of the conventional custom design-build gas genset configuration they experienced for other projects in the past. The plant is an integrated package, fully containerized and will be supplied as a unique “all-in-one” and “connection-ready” module. Benefits over conventional gas engine gensets include much higher overall system efficiency, reliability, durability, extended life, fast installation, and less maintenance cost.

“2G continues to lead the market in providing quality biogas CHP technology that is more advanced, and proven in more than 1500 installations,”… says Michael Turwitt, President & CEO of 2G-CENERGY®. The power generation system, comes fully factory tested and does not require any civil construction (buildings, etc.). The installation will be completed within a few days, just connecting gas and power cables. 2G® will also supply some other components to improve a plant at Lochmead Farms, OR, another biogas facility operated by Revolution Energy Solutions.

2G® Cogeneration System to produce Energy at the Matt Brewing Company in New York.

EMG (Environmental Management Group Intl. Inc.), selected 2G-CENERGY® to supply a high efficiency biogas CHP for the Matt Brewing Company wastewater treatment project in Utica, New York. This leading edge 400ekW/h biogas CHP module provides the brewery with an electrical efficiency of 39.10% and 1,934,684 BTU/h thermal energy. The prime mover is a 2G® agenitor® 212, the most reliable “best in class” biogas engine available on the market. In addition to the CHP cogeneration unit, 2G® will also supply the complete gas treatment, including cooler, dryer / dehumidification, and the H2S removal system. The controls and switchgear, including utility interconnection are also part of 2G®’s scope of supply. The highly advanced agenitor® is a thermodynamically output-optimized CHP (combined heat and power) module, increasing the degree of electrical and thermal efficiency, leading to higher revenues for the plant operator. 2G® biogas CHP systems are specifically designed for this type of energy conversion.

2G - CENERGY® was selected to supply a 1 MW/h High Efficiency LFG Landfill Power Plant to be installed in Pontotoc, Mississippi, powering 900 Homes and reducing CO2 Emissions.

Three Rivers Solid Waste Management Authority (TR SWMA) decided on its newest power plant fueled by landfill methane biogas. The power generation facility is located at the regional landfill just a few miles north west of Pontotoc. The 1,000 ekW/h (1MW/h) renewable energy plant will generate enough electricity to power about 900 homes in Mississippi. “This plant is a source of energy that not only is clean and renewable, but also is affordable and reliable,”… says Rick Faucette, Chairman of TR SWMA.

2G-CENERGY® is manufacturing, supplying, and installing this 100% connection-ready modular power station. The scope of supply includes utility grid interconnection switchgear, and the LFG gas treatment technology. A 2G® biogas optimized avus® series MWM TCG2020 prime mover is fully integrated in this modular “plug & play” power station. The system is capable of producing up to 1,200 ekW/h, but the Three Rivers SWMA power purchase agreement (PPA) limits the electricity supply to the grid to 1,000 ekW/h. The LFG biogas dehumidification system, and a siloxane removal technology package are an integral part of the power plant. TR SWMA decided to purchase a modern and advanced modular plant, instead of the conventional custom design-build, or site -build process, to save time, cost and to reduce technical risk.

The plant is an integrated package, fully containerized and will be supplied as a unique “all-in-one” and “connection-ready” module. Benefits over conventional gas engine gensets include much higher overall system efficiency, reliability, durability, extended life, fast installation, and less maintenance cost. “This facility is a showpiece that will serve as a unique platform to demonstrate how fast and easy LFG energy can be produced,”… says Michael Turwitt, President & CEO of 2GCENERGY®. The power generation system, comes fully factory tested and does not require any civil construction (buildings, etc.). The installation will be completed within a few days, just connecting gas and power cables.

Ultra Clean Low Emission & High Efficiency Cogeneration Power Plant saving 150 Jobs in Massachusetts, and dramatically lowering Energy Costs by 25 to 30%. SIMONDS decided to invest US$ 5.5 Million to install a modern CHP System and selected 2G - CENERGY to supply its highly advanced modular Cogeneration Technology.

2G - CENERGY received a multimillion dollar order for a CHP cogeneration power plant to be installed at Simonds Intl. in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, supplying the oldest cutting tool manufacturer in North America with clean electricity and thermal energy. Simonds International, a leading cutting tool manufacturer with 179 years of history, decided to purchase a modern CHP (combined heat and power) cogeneration plant. Instead of the conventional design-build, or site-build process, the company decided for a 100% modular “all-in-one” and “connection-ready” cogeneration system to save cost and to reduce technical risk.

The cogeneration process results in overall electrical and thermal efficiencies close to 90%, compared to most utility power plants operating in the 33% percent efficiency range. The plant is an integrated package, fully containerized and will be supplied as a unique “all-in-one” and “connection-ready” module. Benefits over conventional gas engine gensets include much higher overall efficiency, reliability, durability, extended life, fast installation, and less maintenance cost. Simonds International, headquartered in Fitchburg, MA, is making the move toward clean energy to help combat high energy costs with the implementation of a $5.5 million cogeneration system that will save 150 jobs. This cogeneration power station will produce enough energy to run, heat and cool the Fitchburg plant.

The University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, and BIOFerm selected 2G-CENERGY to supply a biogas CHP cogeneration system for the nations first dry fermentation biogas plant to be operated by UWO. The CHP unit will provide clean electrical and thermal energy for the university campus.

Earlier this year the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) decided to build the first dry fermentation anaerobic bio-digester in the nation, which will convert yard and food waste into biogas. The renewable energy facility is designed by BIOFerm Energy Systems, a leading expert that delivers a wide array of turnkey energy solutions using biomass and organic waste as the primary feed stock. The 370 kWh biogas CHP cogeneration system, to be supplied by 2G-CENERGY, will be located on Dempsey Trail, adjacent to the Witzel Avenue Campus Service Center at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. UWO owns and operates the biogas and cogeneration plant.

The plant is expected to produce 4183 MW of thermal energy and 3071 MW of electricity per year, to be utilized by the University Campus, with any excess power sold to the grid. The combined heat and power plant uses the 2G® optimus® 370BG, an optimized MAN® cogeneration gas engine fully integrated into the unique 2G® biogas cogeneration technology package, especially developed for biogas operations. The plant is fully containerized and will be supplied as an “all-in-one” and “connection-ready” module.

Benefits over conventional gas engines include much higher efficiency, reliability, durability, extended life, and less maintenance cost. 2G®’s output-optimized cogeneration CHP (combined heat and power) modules have been installed at more than 1500 biogas plants around the world. “This is the first dry anaerobic bio-digester plant in the United States, and the management of BIOFerm, as well as the University Executives at UWO, searched the market for the most reliable and proven biogas CHP cogeneration technology available. They selected the 2G product, and we are pleased with this decision,... says Michael Turwitt, President & CEO of 2G-CENERGY Power Systems Technologies Inc. “When you invest millions of Dollars in a biogas production facility, you don’t want to take chances when it comes to converting valuable biogas into electrical and thermal energy. For a project like this there is no room for trial & error, and the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, with their partner BIOFerm, concluded that our technology is the most proven, reliable, and cost-effective solution,... Michael Turwitt adds.

2G ranked as the most successful CHP cogeneration system manufacturer, increasing sales by 116%, based on an independent study released by the Energy & Management Magazine.

Earlier this year the independent magazine Energy & management conducted a study in reference to CHP market development. The results have been encouraging. In 2009 the CHP market increased again. 2G was ranked the most successful CHP system manufacturer, increasing sales based on installed capacity by 116%, and 223% based on installed units. The top three contenders were 2G, MWM, and GE Jenbacher.

2G-CENERGY receives an order for a biogas cogeneration plant in the State of Washington, generating enough electricity to supply more than 370 homes.

The 400 kWh CHP system will be installed in Lynden, WA, about 95 miles north of Seattle. It is scheduled to be installed in late 2010. Lynden-based DARITECH Inc. will build the anaerobic digester, and the Van Dyk Dairy Farm owns and operates the biogas plant. The plant is expected to produce 4706 MW of thermal energy and 3320 MW of electricity per year, with any excess power sold to the grid. The combined heat and power plant uses the 2G® agenitor®, a thermodynamically optimized MAN® cogeneration gas engine coupled with the patented 2G-Drive® technology, especially developed for biogas operations. Benefits over conventional MAN®, or any other gas engine, include much higher efficiencies, extended life, and less maintenance cost.

Orange Park, May 9, 2010 - The International Biomass Conference & Expo in Minneapolis drew about 2000 industry experts and nearly 300 exhibitors to the Convention Center in Minneapolis May 4-6, 2010.

The event was a great success for 2G CENERGY. "We are delighted at the sheer number of current and future customers who came to our booth this year looking for advanced biogas CHP cogeneration technologies and a proven resource for their project challenges," said Michael Turwitt, President & CEO of CENERGY Power Systems Technologies Inc. "Quality systems, higher efficiencies, a decrease in service & maintenance cost, coupled with high reliability requirements have led to a tremendous increase in CHP cogeneration applications all over Europe, thereby creating a real opportunity for US project developers to utilize these proven technologies," Michael Turwitt explained.

In order to meet the growing industry's demands in North America, 2G CENERGY focused on its environmentally friendly biogas CHP products and processes during the show. Specifically, the company highlighted the industry's first-of-its-kind high efficiency AGENITOR®, which offers an excellent alternative to conventional gas gensets while providing the numerous advantages of higher efficiencies and cost-effectiveness. 2G's “all-in-one” and “connection ready” CHP’s eliminate the need for excessive planning and engineering, thus leading to much faster implementation and more cost effective processes with significant cost savings for the customer.

"Overall, the show was a great success, not only for 2G CENERGY, but also for the biogas and the entire biomass renewable energy manufacturing industry," says Christian Grotholt, CEO of 2G Bio-Energy Technology (2G Bio-Energietechnik AG) in Germany.

During the trade show 2G also made an international announcement of increasing its base capital by issuing 400,000 additional shares valued in total US$ 5.1 million. All these additional shares were sold at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange on May 4th 2010 within minutes after the announcement.

2G Bio-Energietechnik AG reports 141% sales growth after very strong fourth quarter, significantly exceeding market earnings expectations. Growth path set to continue.  - Article in the Financial Times

Heek, March 31, 2010 - 2G-Bio-Energietechnik AG (2G), one of Germany’s leading manufacturers of combined heat and power (CHP) plants, entered new sales and earnings territory in 2009. Between January and December 2009, the company generated revenue of US$ 72.5 million, following US$ 29.7 million in the previous year. Operating earnings (EBIT) of US$ 4.9 million significantly exceeded analysts’ estimates. The Management Board is very confident that the company will continue on its growth path in the 2010 financial year. As of December 31, 2009, the order book position still amounted to US$ 36.4 million. The Management Board assumes that the company will continue to chart its record course in the current 2010 financial year. 2G’s order book position almost quadrupled compared with the previous year.

At the beginning of December 2009, 2G Bio-Energy Technology Corp. (2G Bio-Energietechnik AG) in Germany, signed an agreement to expand its market presence in the Americas. Long known for producing the world’s most advanced and efficient biogas cogeneration CHP modules, 2G is now distributing its leading technologies to the United States and South America. A corporate joint venture with CENERGY provides all the necessary prerequisites to be successful in this fast growing market. 2G acquired shares of CENERGY Power Systems Technologies Inc., and this strategic acquisition opens many opportunities. From its offices in Florida, CENERGY will launch the 2G brand.  

2G reports record 3rd quarter results and significant growth in 2009. With more than 71 million US$ on the order books, not yet invoiced, the company moves strongly into 2010. 2G's excellent third-quarter results underscore that advanced renewable energy systems are essential to many customers interested to improve their energy efficiency. "This momentum in the current economic climate, plus our product leadership, gives us confidence about our business prospects going forward. As we look ahead, 2G’s game-changing AGENITOR® cogeneration technology will usher in another wave of innovation of new, powerful, and highly efficient CHP modules made by 2G”, says Christian Grotholt, CEO of 2G Bio-Energietechnik AG.

At this year’s AGRITECHNICA trade show, 2G Bio-Energietechnik AG will be worldwide the first manufacturer to introduce a biogas powered, output-optimized cogeneration CHP (combined heat and power) module. Due to the thermodynamic optimization of the motor, we have succeeded in increasing the degree of electrical efficiency by 2.2% to 40.6 %. After extensive tests, this has now been confirmed by a renowned, independent institute. “But the work won’t stop there,” explained Christian Grotholt, CEO and Chairman of the Board. “Simulations on V12 motors with thermodynamic motor optimisation and modified turbo charging show that degrees of electrical efficiency of more than 42% can be attained.”

The new development will be launched under the brand name AGENITOR®. The higher degree of efficiency will be attained with traditional natural gas powered systems as well as with biogas systems with CO2 reducing components. The AGENITOR® is the first market-ready outcome of a development project undertaken as part of the “Central Innovation Program” sponsored by the Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology. In addition to 2G and its leading engineering experts, the Münster University of Applied Sciences and the Institute for Internal Combustion Engines and Thermodynamics from Graz, Austria, are also involved in the project. Within the framework of the first completed development phase, the combustion engine, the gas mixer and regulation of the gas composition have all been optimized.

Currently, the project team is concentrating their efforts on optimizing gas motors with even higher outputs. “At the end of the day, the increase and the degree of efficiency will result in more profitability and a much better economy of biogas system operators,” explained Grotholt.

After only 11 month construction 2G could move into its new corporate headquarter. First visitors were the German Minister of Finance Mr. Helmut Linssen and Mayor Dr. Kai Zwicker. Both were impressed by 2G’s capabilities. 2G’s revenue increased 52.4% during the first half of 2009 and the new production plant will help to satisfy a growing stream of orders from all over the world.

The innovative natural gas CHP plant G-Box® from 2G Bio-Energietechnik AG achieves 40% more energy than conventional heating plants, and protects the environment even when operated with natural gas.  With an electrical capacity of max. 50 kW and an overall efficiency of nearly 100%, the compact box is an ideal additional solution for the high-efficient, energy cost-saving supply of electricity and heat to hospitals, industrial facilities, administrations, long-term care facilities, shopping centers and other commercial facilities.  It has a life expectancy of at least 20 years.