For natural gas combustion, the challenges of catalytic combustion have been met and initial engine demonstrations have
successfully shown that catalytic combustion is capable of driving a gas turbine engine and delivering ultra-low NOx
emissions. Further field trials and engine operating experience will advance the catalytic combustion applications for gas turbines. For alternative fuels,particularly coal-derived syngas, further development is required; but, initial demonstrations have shown the potential for ultra-low emissions catalytic combustion in future IGCC power plants