In Memoriam, we are saddened to announce that Presidential Professor Adel F. Sarofim died on December 4, 2011. Adel has been an integral part of our conference for many years and served on the Conference Committee. It was our intention to host a banquet to honor him on Wednesday, June 6th. Plans are now being formulated for a memorial serivce and a Keynote tribute and we will our Best Studnet Paper with a monetary award in his honor and memory.  Many of his former students were planning on attending and speaking at the dinner. Adel's death has touched many worldwide. We who are part of the Clearwater Clean Coal Conference mourn his death and will offer a tribute in his honor.

CALL FOR PAPERS

The 37th International Technical Conference on Clean Coal & Fuel Systems

The Clearwater clean coal conference

Theme: Technological Solutions for Energy Challenges

Keynote Address: An Update and Future of Chinese Clean Coal

Prof. Yue Guangxi, Tsinghua University

June 3 to 7, 2012

Sheraton Sand Key, Clearwater, Florida, USA

Five Days – The Hottest Topics – The World’s KEY PLAYERS, Leading Experts and "Super Scientists" – 

The Most Comprehensive Program on Coal Technologies –

From “Dawn to Dusk” – Representatives from 6 Continents

For 5-1/2 days in 2012 the world’s experts will be in Clearwater, Florida, to share their knowledge and expertise on coal technologies. The issues on the front burners of the electric utility industry were spotlighted. All in attendance had a firm grasp on the major issues facing the industry today and tomorrow in the tutorials, panels and technical sessions that delved into critical energy topics.  To see the Call for Papers click here CFP 2012.pdf

The Clearwater Clean Coal Conference has earned a reputation as one of the premiere conferences on coal technologies as it grows in size and scope since its inception in 1975. This technical conference and networking event – where utility executives and world-leading experts present 150 technical presentations in the major areas of interest – is sponsored by Coal Technologies Associates, and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers' Power Division.

The Conference Committee is now seeking papers for the 2012 conference for presentation in the 30 technical sessions that will be offered at the conference.  In addition, to these technical sessions, 10 Short Courses, 12 Panels, a Coal Workshop and an Exhibit Center are also on the agenda.  Go to the Program Announcement to see all of the agenda items.

Even though the deadline has passed, there are openings on the program. Submit an abstract and we'll notify you of its acceptance

Check out the Program Announcement tab to see the Conference Agenda.

THE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

The dedicated efforts and expertise of each Committee member result in the excellent Technical Program offered each year. The Committee reaches out to all segments of the energy industry so that the state-of-the-art (and beyond) in coal utilization is presented. Through their hard work, we continue to provide a world-renowned conference each year.

This year's Conference Committee members are:

Air Products & Chemicals, Reed Hendershot and Jeff Kloosterman
American Electric Power, J.J. Letcavits
ASME Power Div.:Dr. Ashwani Gupta, University of Maryland
The Babcock & Wilcox Company, Hamid Sarv
Babcock Power, Inc., Bonnie Courtemanche, P.E.
CanmetENERGY, Canada, Dr. Ligang Zheng
Clyde Bergemann, Dr. Edmundo Vásquez
Columbia University, Dr. Klaus Lackner
Government Contracting Specialists, Philip W. Winkler
Detroit Edison, Anthony Widenman
Doosan Babcock Energy Limited, Scotland, Gerry Hesselmann
Energy & Environmental Research Center, University of North Dakota, Christopher Zygarlilcke
Foster Wheeler North America Corp., Horst Hack
Fuel Tech Inc., Chris Smyrniotis
Gas Technology Institute, Howard Meyer
Illinois Clean Coal Institute, Joseph Hirschi
Leonardo Technologies, Inc., Massood Ramezan
Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dr. Janos M. Beer
Northeastern University, Yiannis Levendis
Ontario Power Generation, Canada, Les Marshall
Pennsylvania State University, EMS Energy Institute, Bruce G. Miller
Praxair, Inc., Dr. Lawrence Bool   (Co-chairman)
Savannah River National Laboratory, Steve Xiao
Siemens Environmental Systems & Services, Alan Paschedag
Tampa Electric Co., Yogesh M. Patel
Technische Universität Hamburg-Harburg, Germany, Dr. Alfons Kather
Tsinghua University, People's Republic of China, Prof. Yao Qiang
University of Alberta, Prof. Rajender Gupta
University of Newcastle, Australia, Dr. Terry Wall
University of Stuttgart, Germany, Prof.-Dr. Klaus R.G. Hein (Co-chairman)
University of Utah, Presidential Professor Adel F. Sarofim
U. S. Geological Survey, Ron Affolter
Xstrata Coal, Australia, Dave Osborne

BACKGROUND -- Nearly 300 professionals representing nearly all the major players in the electric utility industry in the United States were in Clearwater, Florida, USA for the 36th International Technical Conference on Clean Coal & Fuel Systems (informally known as “the Clearwater Clean Coal Conference”) from June 5 to 9, 2011. The Clearwater Clean Coal Conference has earned a reputation as one of the premiere conferences on coal technologies as it grows in size and scope since its inception in 1975.

The Clearwater Clean Coal Conference offers participants 150 technical presentations in four days (Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in five concurrent sessions). Buffet style luncheons, and a fabulous beach reception on Tuesday night offer networking opportunities with 300 conference participants. Pre-conference tutorials held on Sunday provide opportunities to learn about state-of-the-art and cutting-edge technologies. In addition, panels on the important energy issues of the day are also scheduled on the four-day agenda.

Buffet style luncheons, and a fabulous beach reception on Tuesday night offer networking opportunities with 300 conference participants. Twelve tutorials held on Sunday and Monday provide opportunities to learn about state-of-the-art and cutting-edge technologies.

An Exhibit Center showcasing 24 booths also provide opportunities to highlight accomplishments and achievements. The conference is held every year in Clearwater, Florida, at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort. We expect warm and sunny days with temperatures during the day in the 80’s. To take advantage of our glorious beach locale we offer all lunches out on the beach under our spacious tent.

THEMED LUNCHEON – At Wednesday's lunch industry leaders host tables on timely topics of interest to many. Sign up is "first-come-first-served".

Best Student Paper Award – Over the years the conference has benefitted from the many excellent papers given by students.  To give these exceptional students well-deserved recognition, the Conference Committee now awards the best paper from a student with the Clearwater Coal Conference Best Student Paper Award. In addition, the First, Second and Third Place Winners will now receive cash prices of $500, $300 and $250, respectively.   Guidelines for Student Papers 2012.pdf

Student EVENTS – In addition to the Best Student Paper Award, the Conference will facilitate students learning about the differnet fields available to them through a Planning for Your Future feature at Monday's lunch. We will have tables earmarked for academia and industry where students can have lunch and get some insight on how to plan their future careers.

To further encourage student participation the Conference Committee offers a reduced registration fee of $395 for students currently enrolled in a college or university.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS – TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS – POLICY ISSUES

Papers from the international community are strongly encouraged. In the 2011 conference 23 countries were represented at the conference. In addition, one-third of all attendees were from the international community. The international papers were related to energy/environmental developments throughout the world. The Committee also encourages papers that deal specifically with the topics covered in the Keynote Session, Panels, Tutorials and Plenary Sessions

CALL FOR PAPERS
2012 CLEARWATER COAL CONFERENCE – ABSTRACT REQUIREMENTS

• The abstract (one page in length), required by January 21, 2012, must be submitted via email and include:
• The Proposed Paper with Exact Title and one page of information (no equations and no figures). The abstract must summarize the objective and current status of the work; and provide the committee with an accurate scope of the paper. Please indicate under which Technical Topics To Be Presented this paper falls. You should also indicate the name of the session chair if this also pertains to your paper.
• Principal Presenter Listing (name, title, company, address, phone, FAX and email). Email addresses are required since this will be the primary mode of communication.
• Complete Listings for all Co-Authors (name, title, company, address, phone, FAX and email).

The Principal Presenter must provide the information and is the person to whom all correspondence will be sent and who must meet the deadlines and obligations of the conference, which include: making a presentation at the 2012 conference; submitting a manuscript; and paying a conference fee.

The Principal Presenter is eligible for a discount and must remit the non-refundable registration fee of $795 before February 10, 2012. There is no reimbursement for time spent or expenses incurred in preparing manuscripts or illustrations, or for transportation to, and expenses at the conference.

The Clearwater Clean Coal Conference does not provide financial support to authors. The registration fee covers one technical paper; authors submitting more than one paper must include an additional $100 per paper.

Notification of acceptance will be made by February 10, 2012. A manuscript for inclusion in the Proceedings and for distribution on CD-Rom (not to exceed 12 pages in length, with illustrative material) is required by April 16, 2012.

Instructions for preparation of manuscripts (Proceedings and CD-Rom) will be sent with letters of acceptance. Presentations will be scheduled in Panels, Technical and/or Poster Sessions, as determined by the Conference Committee. The one-page abstract should be sent via email to BarbaraSak@aol.com.

To encourage the participation of students, the Conference Committee is offering a reduced registration of $395. In addition, one student paper will be awarded the Best Student Paper at the 2012 Clearwater Clean Coal Conference. The student will be evaluated in the quality of the paper, grasp of the topic presented and quality of the presentation at the conference. The student must be present to win.

Complete details on participation (important dates, fees, etc.) may be found in the Guidelines for Authors. Guidelines for Speakers 2012.pdf

TECHNICAL TOPICS TO BE COVERED AT THE 2012 CLEARWATER COAL CONFERENCE

The program covers innovative and evolving technologies in a forum that encourages the exchange of information on power generation and policy issues. The State-of-the-Art in coal utilization will be presented in up-to-date technical papers, tutorials, plenary sessions and panels, covering cutting-edge developments on a range of timely topics. The presentations will deal with technical solutions to problems; specific strategies; projects; innovations; industry trends; and/or regulatory compliance.

ADVANCED POWER CYCLES for electric utility applications at new and existing power plants, such as:

• FutureGen
• Hydrogen from Coal
• Clean Coal Power Plant Initiative
• Oxy-Fuel Technology
• Computer Simulations & Virtual Power Plants
• Advanced Instrumentation, Sensors and Control Systems
• Systems Analysis and Integration
• Turbine Systems for Advanced Power Plants
• Advanced Materials Development & Performance
• Advanced Power Systems
• Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC)
• Clean Transportation Fuels from Coal
• NO_x Control
• Clean Coal Demos and Pilot Projects
• Coal Compatible Fuel Cells
• Gas and Steam Turbines
• Coal Combustion (PC, fluidized bed)
• Gasification
• Advanced Gas Separations and Gas Cleaning
• Chemical Looping

ENVIRONMENTAL & HEALTH ASPECTS

• Fine particulate matter (PM _2.5); NO_x, SO₂ and SO₃ Emissions
• Mercury Emissions Control
• CO₂ Capture, Storage and Sequestration
• Global Climate Change
• Costs of Environmental Controls
• CO₂ Capture-Ready Technology

PRODUCTS & BY-PRODUCTS

• Fossil Fuel Carbon Products/By-Products
• By-Product Issues
• Ash Utilization
• Ash Disposal & Emulsions

RESOURCE UTILIZATION ISSUES

• Availability and Recoverability of Clean and Compliant Coal Resources
• Coal Quality and Trace Elements from the Mine to the Stack
• Advances in Mining Technology
• Clean Transportation Fuels from Coal
• CO₂ Transportation Pipelines
• Biomass & Refuse Derived Fuels
• Coal (including conventional slurries; coal water fuels; coal fines; and coal logs)
• Mine Tailings; Ash Disposal & Emulsions
• Beneficiation, Preparation and Utilization of Coal-based Fuels

THE UTILITY PERSPECTIVE

• Upgrading Existing Plants
• Impact of Deregulation
• Regulatory and/or Permitting Issues
• Economic and Financial Perspectives (including carbon credits)
• Distributed Generation
• Issues Regarding Utilization of Powder River Basin Coal
• Operational Issues
• Utility Water Use
• On-line Boiler Monitoring
• Coal Quality/Performance Predictions
• Advances in Coal Blending/Switching
• Power Plant Reliability