Representative Projects

Republic of Indonesia

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

JFJCM for Patuha Geothermal Power Plant Unit-2

With the Japan Fund for the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JFJCM), the Patuha geothermal power plant Unit-2 construction aims to adopt advanced low carbon technologies for further decarbonization of the grid.

Activities performed:

1) Identify options of advanced low-carbon technologies that would be optimal to Patuha Unit-2 geothermal power plant.
2) For the identified technology options,
· Identify technical specifications and evaluation and qualification criteria to be reflected in the bidding documents
· Estimate the incremental cost of deploying such technologies
· Develop a rough methodology for calculating CO2 emission reduction

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

The project to develop medium- and long-term geothermal development policy in Indonesia

West JEC’s objective was to support the Government of Indonesia to establish a model of mid-long term geothermal development and to enhance its capacity in geothermal resource development to promote the geothermal development in Indonesia.

West JEC has undertaken the following tasks and capacity building:

1) Activity 1（Geothermal planning capacity enhancement of EBTKE）
· Review of the current development plan and achievement, and proposal of development target
· Review of the current method of cost estimation and tariff structure, and enhance perspectives on financial structure of geothermal power development project
· Review of tender process for geothermal power development project
· Proposal on direct utilization of geothermal energy and supporting policy
· Study on geothermal energy for industrial use (introduction of geothermal energy utilization for industrial estate in Indonesia)
· Study for introduction of small-scale geothermal power development projects and proposal of a model project in East Indonesia
2) Activity 2（Geothermal sub-surface data provision enhancement concerning PIP）
· Support on activity of preparation of exploratory well drilling
· Support on activities of detail survey and exploratory well drilling
· Support on fund cost recovery management
3) Activity 3（Geothermal sub-surface data provision enhancement concerning GA）
· Capacity enhancement of planning of geothermal resource surveys
· Capacity enhancement of geothermal resource surveys (surface)
· Capacity enhancement of exploratory well study (targeting, drilling including procurement and managing, logging and test)
· Capacity enhancement of integrated interpretation, modeling, and resource potential evaluation
· Capacity enhancement of maintenance/preservation and technical monitoring of exploratory wells
· Capacity enhancement of geothermal database

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

Data Collection Survey for Kamojang and Hululais Geothermal Power Plant Projects

The objective of this survey is to conduct a detailed geothermal resource evaluation with due consideration of the results of exploratory drilling, both in the Kamojang and Hululais geothermal fields to provide constructive recommendations toward realization of the geothermal resource development.

West JEC has undertaken the following tasks:

· Background and necessity of projects, and confirmation of power demand and supply conditions
· Study concerning geothermal resource development
· Collection and review of available data and check for lacking data and information
· Geothermal resource study
· Geothermal resource evaluation
· Planning of well drilling
· Review of the scenario of geothermal resource development
· Review of the conceptual design of the power plant

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

Sarulla Geothermal Power Plant Phase II

In August 2006, the Consortium of Medco-Ormat-Itochu has been granted the rights for the development of the 340MW at the Sarulla Geothermal Concession Area. The Consortium has committed to build and operate 300MW geothermal power facilities at two of the fields within the Sarulla Concession area; Namora-I-Langit (NIL. 200MW) and Silangkitang (SIL, 100MW). Kyushu Electric Power Co., Inc. (the mother company of West JEC) has expressed interest in joining the consortium.

West JEC as an owner’s engineer prepared plans for four Stages to carry out the advisory duties for the Project.

· The first Stage was the integration of all the data which has been collected up to date and to organize them into a comprehensive Development and Construction Plan (resource and power facilities).
· The second stage was an optional set of activities to detail design and assist the Consortium in negotiating the different contracts.
· The third stage included all the required advisory during the development of the steam field and the construction-to-commissioning of the power facilities.
· The fourth stage (currently undergoing) is the advisory of the geothermal reservoir management as the power plant is in operation.

West JEC carried out the following task:

· Review of the existing well data
· Establishment of reservoir numerical model
· Reservoir simulation study for resource potential estimation and optimum development plan
· Preliminary Engineering Study of new 300 MW Binary Cycle Geothermal Plant
· Project Implementation Study and Project cost estimate
· Technical support for preparation of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
· Check/review of Ormat’s initial engineering drawings and design documents.
· Check/review of drawings of infrastructure works (access road and bridges).
· Planning and supervision of production tests of the existing wells in Silangkitang.
· Assistance in preparation of the technical specification of the EPC contract for the binary power plant.

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

Owner's engineering services for Ulubelu Units 1&2 Geothermal Power Plant

West JEC carried out a consulting services for single package, full turnkey, by international bidding process for the construction of Ulubelu geothermal power plant (2 x 55MW) and substation construction, and installation of new transmission lines.

Consulting services provided:

[Pre-Construction Stage]
· Study and review of the geothermal reservoir
· Preparation of P/Q document, Assistance in P/Q
· Preparation of bid documents, assistance in bidding process, bidding evaluation
· Assistance in contract negotiation
[Construction Stage]
· Project management,
· Design supervision
· Construction supervision
· Commissioning, training on operation/maintenance
· Support in environmental management
· Transfer knowledge on plant management and O&M
[Warranty Period]
· Attendance at the First Year Inspection of the geothermal power plant
· Updating the geothermal reservoir evaluation

Geothermal - Republic of Indonesia

Owner's engineering services for Lahendong Unit 3 Geothermal Power Plant (Lahendong Ⅱ Geothermal Power Plant Construction Project ,Unit 3 (20 MW))

WEST JEC has undertaken the following services:

· Study and review of PERTAMINA’s Geothermal Resource Study
· Preparation and evaluation of P/Q documents
· Conceptual design and preparation of bid documents
· Assistance the bid evaluation and contract negotiation
· Check and review of manufacture’s design and drawings
· Supervision and coordination during manufacturing of equipment and materials
· Construction supervision
· Assistance in testing and commissioning
· Recommendation and initiation of issuance of provisional and final acceptance
· Post construction services
· Transfer of knowledge and training of PLN’s personnel
· Environmental monitoring

Republic of Costa Rica

Geothermal - Republic of Costa Rica

Consultancy services for the construction of Borinquen-I Geothermal Power Plant

The objective of West JEC’s consultancy is to achieve an efficient and proper implementation of construction of Borinquen I Geothermal Power Plant (55MW) through:

1) Technical Advising through the development stages of the geothermal reservoir
· Validation of the conceptual model of the geothermal reservoir prepared by the ICE.
· Technical advisory to ICE for the implementation of the simulation of the numerical model for Borinquen geothermal.
· Technical advisory and validation of the strategy for geothermal resources exploitation.
2) Technical advisory for the bidding process of the electromechanical equipment, for the plant’s powerhouse.
· Review of the conceptual design prepared by ICE.
· Capacity building in the latest advances on geothermal plant engineering.
· Advice ICE through the implementation of the technical evaluation of potential EPC contractors’ bids and issue their concurrence with the tender Technical Evaluation Report.
· Advice ICE on the evaluation of the financial offers from potential EPC contractors’ and issue their concurrence with the Financial Evaluation Report.
3) Revision of the Contractor’s powerhouse design
· Render technical advising as requested by the ICE for the approval process of the EPC contractor detail design, including but not limited to plant layout, piping and instrumentation, plan’s performance, balance of plant BOP, flow process diagrams, electrical diagrams, and performance testing procedures.
· Technical support for ICE engineers at the Factory Acceptance Tests of main equipment.
4) Supervise the progress of the construction works through the quarterly Works Progress Reports from ICE to JICA and periodic Site of works inspections.
· Revision and recommend on steam pipelines installation, separation station, power generation plant and transmission line works. Review costs estimations,
· Review and recommend on site’s occupational safety and health, project schedule, duration of work activities and construction schedule critical path.
5) Witnessing the power plant commissioning tests done by the EPC contractor.
· Technical support to ICE at the site for commissioning testing including the review of testing procedures.
· Review and verification of the procedures, instrumentation, and equipment for testing.

Geothermal - Republic of Costa Rica

Consultancy services for design and supervision of works for Las Pailas II Geothermal Power Project

The objective of West JEC’s consultancy was to achieve an efficient and proper implementation of construction of Las Pailas II Geothermal Power Plant (1 x 55MW) through:

1) Evaluation of geothermal resources by reservoir simulation
2) Support in the bidding process of electromechanical equipment of the power plant
3) Review the design of the power plant delivered by the contractor
4) Check the progress of the works by reviewing the Quarterly Progress Report
5) Check the progress of the works by visiting the project site at least once a year
6) Attend the factory test and commissioning of the powerplant
7) Review the results of the tests performed by the Contractor of equipment.

Geothermal - Republic of Costa Rica

Feasibility Study for Guanacaste Geothermal Power Development Projects (Las Pailas II and Borinquen)

West JEC carried out a feasibility study in Las Pailas area (Las Pailas II expansion plan) and the Borinquen area, in the Guanacaste province. Through this study, the construction of a 55MW x 1 additional unit in Las Pailas and 50MW x 2 units in Borinquen resulted feasible.

West JEC has undertaken the following tasks:

· Analysis of data provided by ICE
· Construction of the geothermal conceptual model and reservoir simulation
· Drilling plan for initial wells and make-up wells
· Conceptual design of power plant, gathering system, substations, and transmission line
· Cost estimate and economic/financial analysis
· Planning of procurement packaging
· Review of the socio-environmental study (EIA) undertaken by ICE and assist JICA in its socio-environmental review process.

Republic of Rwanda

Power Transmission/Distribution - Republic of Rwanda

The Project for Improvement of substations and Distribution Network (Phase3)

Until now, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has continued to support the Rwandan power sector with the aim of stabilizing the power supply and improving the electrification rate. With these efforts and support from other donors, the GASOGI Substation remains the only unrepaired substation in the entire Kigali City area. West JEC carried out the following work for the replacement of the 110kV GASOGI substation with the aim of strengthening the power supply in Kigali.

1) Site survey and basic design for construction of substation
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of ‘manufacturer’s design and drawings
· Witness of the manufacturer’s factory test
· Construction supervision
· Witness of the site test and commissioning test
· The implementation of the project increased the Kigali power distribution capacity and contributed to the improvement of power quality.

Power Transmission/Distribution - Republic of Rwanda

The Project for Improvement of substations and Distribution Network (Phase2)

After the grave power shortage that occurred in 2004, the Rwandan power generation increased and stabilized, however growing GDP, the demand for electrical power has increased rapidly, especially in the capital city of Kigali. Considering this situation, the Government of Japan has decided implementation of a grant aid project, and an agreement was reached with the Rwandan Government and the Japanese government. WEST JEC carried out the following work for new construction of the 110kV NDERA substation and the 33kV MURINDI / KABUGA switching station with the aim of strengthening the power supply in Kigali

1) Site survey and basic design for construction of substation
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of manufacturers’ design and drawings
· Witness of the manufacturers’ factory test
· Construction supervision
· Witness of the site test and commissioning test
· The implementation of the project increased the Kigali power distribution capacity and contributed to the improvement of power quality.

United Republic of Tanzania

Power System - United Republic of Tanzania

The Project for Formulation of Power System Master Plan in Dar es Salaam and Coast region and Review of Power System Master Plan

In 2007, the Tanzanian government formulated the Power System Master Plan (PSMP), which has been followed by the expansion of power generation facilities and the development of backbone transmission lines (the 2012 version has been updated). However, the above master plan has not been updated since then and has not been able to fully reflect the recent increase in demand associated with rapid economic growth. Based on this background, TANESCO and MEM (Ministry of Energy and Mineral) requested Japan to support the updating of the National Power System Master Plan (2012) and the formulation of the Dar es Salaam Power System Master Plan, and to improve the master plan formulation capacity of TANESCO and MEM staff through updating and formulation of the Master Plan. Based on the results of the collection and analysis of basic information, West JEC developed a power development plan that includes priorities for the development of future power facilities, the optimal configuration of power sources including IPPs.

Power Transmission/Distribution - United Republic of Tanzania

Preparatory Survey on the Project for Rehabilitation of Substations and Construction of New Lines and Substations in Dar es Salaam in the United Republic of Tanzania

This project aims to realize a stable power supply in Dar es Salaam which is the largest city in Tanzania, and to develop the necessary infrastructure with applied to the "Dar es Salaam Power Transmission and Distribution Network Master Plan” By the JICA grant aid project, West JEC conducted to the following work for the construction and/or reinforcement of the 132kV ILALA and 33kV MSASANI, MUHIMBILI, MUWANANYAMALA, JANGWANI BEACH substation with the aim of strengthening the power supply in Dar es Salaam.

1) Site survey and basic design for construction of substation
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of ‘manufacturer’s design and drawings
· Witness of the ‘manufacturer’s factory test
· Construction supervision
· Witness of the site test and commissioning test

Republic of Kenya

Geothermal - Republic of Kenya

Capacity strengthening for Geothermal Development in Kenya

The Kenyan government established the Geothermal Development Company Ltd. (GDC) in order to accelerate the development of the geothermal resources in Kenya. West JEC provided capacity building to GDC’s engineers and staffs to reduce the risks of geothermal development and appropriately supply steam to the Independent Power Producers (IPP)s.

West JEC has undertaken the following capacity building:

· Establish a training program necessary to strengthen GDC’s personnel capacity
· Enhance the capacity to develop the conceptual models and select drilling targets
· Improve the drilling capacity to reach the selected targets.
· Improve the capacity to analyze well data, to develop/calibrate reservoir models, and to assess and evaluate the geothermal reservoir
· Improve business implementation capacity while increasing business profitability and protecting the environment
· Improve the capacity relevant to practice of multi-purpose use projects of geothermal energy
· Establish a continuous in-house self-training system

Geothermal - Republic of Kenya

Consulting Engineering Services for the Optimization of the Olkaria IV geothermal field

West JEC formulated an optimization development plan following the operation of the Olkaria-I Power Station (3 x 15MW) and Olkaria-II Power Station (3 x 35MW) in the Olkaria Geothermal field. As a result, expansion of power generation capacity in the Olkaria-I area (Olkaria IAU-4&5 2x70MW), rehabilitation of the existing Olkaria-I power station and new development in the Olkaria-Domes area (Olkaria IV 2x70MW) were recommended.

WEST JEC has undertaken the following tasks:

· Review of geo-scientific data (geology, geochemistry, geophysics and well information)
· Data analysis of geo-scientific data
· Construction of the Geothermal model
· Three-dimensional numerical simulation for geothermal reservoir
· Inspection and evaluation for existing facilities
· Additional drilling planning
· Exploitation/ development planning
· Conceptual design of steam field, power plant, substation, and transmission line
· Project cost estimation
· Economic and financial analysis
· Environmental assessment

Republic of Cuba

Power Supply - Republic of Cuba

Japanese Grant Aid Project for the Improvement of the Power Supply in the Island of Youth, Cuba

In Cuba, 80% of the power supply is dependent on thermal power generation derived from imported oil, and a stable power supply through the diversification of power sources is a priority issue. Against this background, the Cuban government is aiming to increase the introduction rate of renewable energy on the island of youth located in the southwestern part of the country. The government of Cuba requested support from the Japanese government for the purpose of installing new storage battery facilities. With JICA grant aid, West JEC is carrying out the following work for new installation of storage batteries and EMS (energy management system) to promote the introduction of renewable energy.

1) Site survey and basic design for introduction of battery
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of manufacturer’s design and drawings
· Witness of the manufacturer’s factory test

Republic of Malawi

Power Transmission/Distribution - Republic of Malawi

The Project for Improvement of substations in Lilongwe City

Regarding power facilities in the Republic of Malawi, many substations are experiencing frequent failure due to aging, and the supply capacity is already limited. Therefore, it is expected that power transmission and distribution facilities will not be able to match the future power demand. In particular, in the capital city of Malawi, where major industries are concentrated and the population is increasing, trouble has occurred at the main substation and several problems have appeared. By the JICA grant aid project, WEST JEC is carrying out the following work for the reinforcement of the 132kV KANENGO and 66kV Old Town substation with the aim of strengthening the power supply in Lilongwe.

1) Site survey and basic design for construction of substation
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of manufacturer’s design and drawings
· Witness of the manufacturer’s factory test
· Construction supervision
· Witness of the site test and commissioning test

United Mexican States

Geothermal - United Mexican States

Services to Improve The Conceptual Models of The Domo de San Pedro Geothermal Field and to Provide The Drilling Target for Two Production and One Injection Wells and drilling of wells

West JEC provided service to improve the geothermal conceptual model and advise the drilling campaign for two production wells and an injection well in order to increase the production of the 25 MW geothermal plant already in operation.

West JEC has undertaken the following services:

· Review of existing geoscientific information
· Construction of conceptual model
· Selection of drilling targets and pad positions
· Assistance in creating and process for drilling tenders
· Drilling supervision
· Integration of data and updating the conceptual model
· Construction of the numerical model and reservoir simulation
· Reservoir management
· Optimization of the geothermal fluid gathering system of the existing 25MW plant

Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

Geothermal - Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia

The Project for Installation of Geothermal Wellhead Power System

In 2010, Ethiopia covered more than 90% of its total annual power generation with hydroelectric power, which caused the problem of unstable power supply during the dry season. West JEC is carrying out the following works for the development of geothermal wellhead power plant in Aluto Langano area with the aim of strengthening the power supply capacity through development of geothermal power.

1) Site Study
· Survey the site, surrounding facilities, natural condition
· Survey the existing transmission equipment and substation equipment
· Environmental and social impact assessment
2) Project plan
· Basic plan of geothermal wellhead power system
· Remodeling plan of the existing transmission equipment and substation equipment
· Outline design drawing
· Basic plan of procurement facilities
· Plan of operation
3) Technical support plan
· Plan of operation and maintenance structure
· Preparation of the O&M Manual
· Technical transfer

Republic of Nicaragua

Geothermal - Republic of Nicaragua

Preparatory study for Geothermal Development in the southwest of Nicaragua (Apoyo & Mombacho fields)

West JEC conducted a collection and analysis of information to determine to advance or not to the next stage of geothermal development at one or both geothermal areas of the Mombacho Volcano and the Apoyo Caldera,

West JEC has undertaken the following studies:

1) Geothermal resource study
· Review the existing resource exploration result
· Remote sensing analysis
· Geological survey
· Geochemical survey
· Geophysical survey (MT / AMT)
［Comprehensive analysis of geothermal resources]
· Construction of geothermal conceptual model
· Estimation of geothermal resources
· Preparation of drilling plan
· GIS database construction
2) Socio-Environmental considerations
· Preliminary environmental survey
3) Laws and Regulations related to Geothermal Power Generation Business/ Facility/Economy and Finance
· Outline plan of geothermal power generation business (including conceptual design of ground facilities)
· Preliminary evaluation of the economic and financial viability of the geothermal power generation business
· Organizing information related to laws related to geothermal development (including support for formulating Nicaraguan technical regulations related to geothermal development)

Republic of Colombia

Geothermal - Republic of Colombia

Prefeasibility study for geothermal development at the Ruiz Volcanic Massif

West JEC analyzed the existing data and conducted additional geoscientific studies for evaluating the geothermal reservoir, to ascertain a plausible scenario for the developing the field,

West JEC has undertaken the following tasks:

· Review of previous pre-feasibility studies and evaluation of the geothermal reservoir
· Review of bidding documents and specifications for exploratory well drilling
· Technical support of the bidding process for drilling
· Field studies in relation to geothermal resource and surface facilities
· Field development plan, power generation alternatives and power plant conceptual design
· Conceptual design and specifications for contracting the detailed design of a generation plant and the development of the field
· Supervision of the contracting process for exploratory drilling

Republic of Ghana

Power Transmission/Distribution - Republic of Ghana

The project for reinforcement of Power Supply to Accra Central

Back in 2010, Ghana was promoting the enhancement of power generation capacity through development of hydropower and gas and reinforcement of power transmission and distribution facilities to economic hubs to against the steady economic growth. However, capacity was not able to keep up with the increase in domestic demand, and the unstable power supply and power shortage in the metropolitan area and large cities were conspicuous. Considering this situation, the Government of Japan has decided implementation of a grant aid project, and an agreement was reached with the Ghana Government and the Japanese government. West JEC carried out the following work for new construction of the 161kV Accra central substation with the aim of strengthening the power supply in Accra.

1) Site survey and basic design for construction of substation
2) Supporting works for Bidding of EPC contractor
· Evaluation of Bidding document
· Contract negotiation
3) Construction stage
· Check and review of manufacture’s design and drawings
· Witness of the manufacture’s factory test
· Construction supervision
· Witness of the site test and commissioning test
· The implementation of the project supplied stable power to about 30% of public services, including medical and educational institutions, as well as household and industrial consumers in Accra area. It also contributed to reducing CO2 emissions by reducing power loss.

Plurinational State of Bolivia

Geothermal - Plurinational State of Bolivia

Study on Geothermal Power Plant Construction Project in the Laguna Colorada Field

In order for ENDE (National Electricity Company) to play an effective role in the Laguna Colorada geothermal power plant construction project, West JEC conducted production tests and environmental monitoring. Using the test data obtained in these tests, West JEC has transferred knowledge and enhanced a general understanding of technologies related to geothermal development. In addition, West JEC conducted reservoir simulation and H2S dispersion simulation using the obtained data, and transferred knowledge for analysis of test data and its application to geothermal development.

West JEC has undertaken the following tasks:

· Capacity building for environmental monitoring
· Capacity building for well testing
· Capacity building for geothermal resource assessment
· Air quality impact assessment by H2S dispersion simulation

Republic of Peru

Geothermal - Republic of Peru

The Master Plan for Development of Geothermal Energy in Peru

The purpose of this project is to formulate a national geothermal power development plan (master plan) based on the power demand and the geothermal resources of promising geothermal sites in Peru in order to promote the development of geothermal power.

West JEC has undertaken the following studies:

· Study on power situation in Peru
· Geothermal resource assessment
· Study on legislation and policy for geothermal power development
· Selection of promising geothermal fields
· Socio-Environmental Assessment
· Transmission line and substation study
· Preparation of master plan for geothermal power development

Republic of India

Geothermal - Republic of India

Study on Geothermal Power Development Project at Uttarakhand State

West JEC carried out a feasibility study for geothermal power development for the Republic of India, and proposed a future geothermal development plan using the state of Uttarkhand as a model field.

WEST JEC has undertaken the following studies:

· Study on power situation in northwest India and Uttarakhand State
· Geothermal resource assessment
· Study on Socio-Environmental Assessment
· Transmission line and substation study
· Feasibility study for geothermal power plant
· Development Plan
· Formulate implementation plan
· Economic assessment