Selective Catalytic Reduction

FAQ

How does reduced nitrogen oxides result in reducing mercury (Hg)?
How does SCR technology work?
How does this reduce mercury toxins going into H2O poisoning our fish?
How much is this project going to cost?
How much will this cost each Tampa Electric customer?
How will the environment benefit from this?
I am interested in the hiring process forthe SCR project at Big Bend since this is the type of work in which I have experience.
I am very much interested in taking a tour of your plant. Is this possible?
I live near the power plant and there is always black dust on all the furniture. How do I get the black ash, soot, or dust off my pool screen, deck or patio furniture? Will this be corrected? It is ruining everything. It also floats in pool water.
Is SCR technology commonly used? What other utilities are using this technology to help clean the air?
My silver turns orange-tarnished. What is causing this reaction?
Selective catalytic reduction is an ammonia-based process. How is ammonia used?
Since moving to the Kings Lake Subdivision, I’ve developed a chronic cough. Are there any emissions from the Power Plant that might contribute to my cough?
We are concerned about pollution of waterways that were a short time ago pristine. The Little Manatee River is one of these. Will the pollutions [sic] causing the problems be reduced in time to save these precious resources?
What is Tampa Electric doing to ensure the safe delivery of its ammonia?
What is the SCR Air Improvement Project?
What other options did Tampa Electric evaluate before moving forward with the SCR project?
What would happen to the air and the soil in the event of an ammonia release?
When will a pipeline route be chosen?
Where will the pipeline be located? How long will it be?
Will – or has – Tampa Electric explored solar energy?
Will construction be disruptive? How long will it last?
Will eminent domain be used?
Will existing electric transmission easements be used?
Will the fourth smokestack ever be operating or removed?
Will this be a large diameter pipeline?
Will this technology change the appearance of the facility?