• Partnership moves project toward Q3 2025 milestone
• Innovative Allam-Fetvedt Cycle technology to produce affordable, reliable energy
• Significant local economic and workforce benefits expected

8 Rivers has selected global engineering leader Wood to conduct preliminary front-end engineering and design (Pre-FEED) for its Wyoming carbon capture project in partnership with PacifiCorp, targeting a Q3 2025 milestone.

The project leverages 8 Rivers’ proprietary Allam-Fetvedt Cycle (AFC) power technology, utilizing direct-fired supercritical CO₂ turbines developed in collaboration with Siemens Energy. Unlike traditional carbon capture, AFC inherently captures CO₂, turning it into a resource to generate consistent, dispatchable power.

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“At 8 Rivers, we recognize the critical role technology plays in strengthening Wyoming’s energy independence and economic resilience,” said Damian Beauchamp, President and Chief Development Officer at 8 Rivers. “By deploying cutting-edge innovations, we can enhance efficiency, create high-quality jobs, and drive long-term growth in the state’s energy sector.”

The project aims to retrofit existing brownfield power plants, revitalizing legacy assets and stimulating Wyoming’s economy through job creation and reliable energy generation.

Frank Kalany, Wood’s Vice President of Thermal Power, highlighted the significance of the partnership: “We are excited for the opportunity to be involved in this first-of-a-kind power generation facility with 8 Rivers and Siemens Energy. Given our rich history with power generation and energy projects, this aligns well with our capabilities and experience.”

Wood’s extensive gasification design experience and ability to mobilize global resources contributed significantly to its selection for the Pre-FEED stage.

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