Hamakua Energy Plant
45-300 Lehua St., Honokaa, HI 96727Plant Summary Information
Hamakua Energy Plant is ranked #3 out of 15 waste/other oil power plants nationwide in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
Hamakua Energy Plant is comprised of 3 generators and generated 79.3 GWh during the 3-month period between November 2023 to February 2024.
| Plant Name | Hamakua Energy Plant |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | Hamakua Energy, LLC |
| Location | Hawaii County, HI |
| Initial Operation Date | July 2000 |
| Last Update | Feb 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 263.2 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 2.3 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #2,027 out of 11,249 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #3 out of 15 Waste/Other Oil Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #7 out of 63 Hawaii Power Plants | |
| Ranked #2 out of 3 Hawaii Waste/Other Oil Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Waste/Other Oil : 67.3% Other Biomass Liquids : 32.7% |
| Previous Operator |
Hamakua Energy Partners LP (2013 to 2016) Hamakua Energy, LLC (2017 to 2022) |
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Monthly Net Generation for Hamakua Energy Plant
Hamakua Energy Plant Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | Hamakua Energy Plant (55369) |
| Plant Address | 45-300 Lehua St. Honokaa, HI 96727 |
| Utility | Hamakua Energy, LLC (61213) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 20.0939, -155.4711 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Feb 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | July 2000 |
| Annual Generation | 263.2 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Waste/Other Oil : 67.3% Other Biomass Liquids : 32.7% |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | Yes |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Docket Number | 98-14-000 |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | |
| Balancing Authority | () |
| NAICS Code | Utilities (22) |
| Sector | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Water Source | Wells |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Hawaii Electric Light Co Inc (8287) HI |
| Grid Voltage | 69.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
Generator CT2 Details Operating October 2000
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| Nameplate Capacity | 23 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 21.7 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 21.7 MW |
| Minimum Load | 5.8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2000 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Waste/Other Oil / Other Biomass Liquids / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Other Planned Modifications | No |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator ST1 Details Operating October 2000
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Steam Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Duct Burners | No |
| Nameplate Capacity | 20 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.999 |
| Summer Capacity | 17.4 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 17.4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | October 2000 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Waste/Other Oil / Other Biomass Liquids / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Other Planned Modifications | No |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator CT1 Details Operating July 2000
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Combined Cycle Combustion Turbine Part |
| Unit Code | CC1 |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Can Bypass Heat Recovery Steam Generator | No |
| Nameplate Capacity | 23 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 1 |
| Summer Capacity | 21.7 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 21.7 MW |
| Minimum Load | 5.8 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | July 2000 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | No |
| Sector Name | IPP Non-CHP (2) |
| Energy Source | Waste/Other Oil / Other Biomass Liquids / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 1H |
| Other Planned Modifications | No |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Hamakua Energy Plant Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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