Georgia Power Looks for More Ways to Recycle Coal Ash
09 January 2020 - 5:44AM
Dow Jones News
By Chris Wack
Georgia Power said Wednesday it is requesting proposals for the
reuse of coal ash stored at active and retired coal-fired power
plants across the state.
While Georgia Power, the largest electric subsidiary of Southern
Co. (SO), said it already recycles more than 75% of the dry coal
ash it produces from current operations, it is seeking
opportunities for the beneficial reuse of stored coal ash.
"The request for proposals will allow Georgia Power the
potential to expand our efforts in the recycling of coal ash, while
continuing to permanently and safely close all of our ash ponds
around the state," said Mark Berry, vice president of environmental
and natural resources at Georgia Power.
The company said most of the coal ash it produces is recycled
for various uses, including Portland cement, concrete and cinder
blocks. Coal ash adds strength and durability to products such as
concrete.
Georgia Power said opportunities for stored coal ash could help
produce millions of tons of Portland Cement, concrete and other
products, which would also reduce the need for raw materials used
in production.
Georgia Power first announced its plans to permanently close all
of its ash ponds in September 2015, with initial plans released in
June 2016.
Write to Chris Wack at chris.wack@wsj.com
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