ABSTRACT
The fuel to be consumed is among the first decisions made when contemplating a new generating station, and even when additions to existing plants are proposed. From the planning stage right through the continuing operation of a generating station, the impact on environment and conservation are considerations uppermost in the minds of management. In addition, employees at the generating plant take part in community affairs, often sponsoring, initiating and participating in projects concerning the education, health, finance, recreation and other local programs. The incomplete combustion of fossil fuel may also produce significant amounts of carbon monoxide. Again, under certain conditions, much of this carbon monoxide is converted to carbon dioxide and carbonic acid spray, both of which are not harmful or objectionable. The high stacks serve to dissipate both the sulphur and carbon compounds over wide areas into the upper atmosphere so that their effect at ground level is negligible.
