News|Podcasts|June 3, 2026

Air Inlet Conditioning to Boost Gas Turbine Output

In this episode, Alex Wells, Regional Product Manager at Camfil Power Systems, explores how optimizing air inlet conditions can unlock significant, yet often overlooked, power gains in gas turbines. From high-efficiency filtration upgrades to advanced cooling strategies like evaporative systems and chiller coils, this discussion breaks down how operators can recover lost megawatts, improve efficiency, and reduce operating costs. Backed by real-world data and global climate insights, this podcast highlights practical solutions to boost performance without major turbine modifications.

Listen to learn more about:

  • How inlet air filtration and cooling strategies can deliver up to 18% power output gains
  • The differences between evaporative cooling, fogging, and chiller coil systems, including when each should be utilized
  • How to optimize turbine performance based on site-specific environmental conditions