Tembec Turbine Passes Commercial-in-Service Test at Temiscaming
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Tembec, Montreal, Qué., Canada, reports that the recently installed turbine at its Temiscaming site has successfully met the commercial-in-service test set forth in the power purchase agreement (PPA) it entered into with Hydro-Québec. The turbine operated for 100 continuous hours above the required level specified in the PPA. The company was successful in meeting the test on its first attempt.
This represents a significant milestone for the company as the turbine qualification allows it to sell electricity to Hydro-Québec at the more favorable "green" power rate. The new boiler and turbine will materially improve the Temiscaming specialty cellulose mill's cost structure and profitability.
