= Combined cycle power plant
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A combined cycle power plant (CCPP) is an electricity generation facility that utilizes two different thermodynamic cycles to generate power more efficiently than traditional power plants. The combination typically involves a gas turbine cycle and a steam turbine cycle, which together maximize the use of fuel energy. \#\#\# Key Components and Operation: 1. **Gas Turbine**: - The CCPP begins with a gas turbine, where natural gas (or another fuel) is combusted to produce hot gases.
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