University of Alaska Fairbanks
802 Alumni drive, Fairbanks, AK 99775Plant Summary Information
University of Alaska Fairbanks is ranked #17 out of 130 power plants in Alaska in terms of total annual net electricity generation.
University of Alaska Fairbanks is comprised of 5 generators and generated 14.6 GWh during the 3-month period between May 2024 to August 2024.
| Plant Name | University of Alaska Fairbanks |
|---|---|
| Utility Name | University of Alaska |
| Location | Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK |
| Initial Operation Date | January 1964 |
| Last Update | Aug 2024 |
| Annual Generation | 68.9 GWh |
| Annual Consumption | 1.8 M MMBtu |
| Ranked #3,562 out of 11,835 Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #115 out of 132 Subbituminous Coal Power Plants Nationwide | |
| Ranked #17 out of 130 Alaska Power Plants | |
| Ranked #3 out of 4 Alaska Subbituminous Coal Power Plants | |
| Fuel Types | Subbituminous Coal : 97.3% Distillate Fuel Oil : 2.6% |
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Monthly Net Generation for University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Fairbanks Details
| Summary Information | |
|---|---|
| Plant Name | University of Alaska Fairbanks (50711) |
| Plant Address | 802 Alumni drive, Fairbanks, AK 99775 |
| Utility | University of Alaska (19511) |
| Latitude, Longitude | 64.85417, -147.82208 |
| Generation Dates on File | Jan 2001 to Aug 2024 |
| Initial Operation Date | January 1964 |
| Annual Generation | 68.9 GWh |
| Fuel Types | Subbituminous Coal : 97.3% Distillate Fuel Oil : 2.6% |
| Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Information | |
| FERC Cogeneration Status | No |
| FERC Small Power Producer Status | No |
| FERC Exempt Wholesale Generator Status | No |
| Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Status | Non-Regulated |
| NERC Region | |
| Balancing Authority | () |
| NAICS Code | Educational Services (611) |
| Sector | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Water Source | Municipality |
| Ash Impoundment | No |
| Transmission / Distribution Owner | Golden Valley Elec Assn Inc (7353) AK |
| Grid Voltage | 69.00 kV |
| Energy Storage | No |
| Natural Gas Information | |
| Local Distribution Company (LDC) | FAIRBANKS NATURAL GAS |
| Natural Gas Storage | No |
Generator GEN1 Details Out of Service January 1964
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.5 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.4 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.2 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Out of Service |
| First Operation Date | January 1964 |
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
|---|---|
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal / Distillate Fuel Oil / Jet Fuel |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Stoker Technology | No |
| Other Combustion Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN2 Details Out of Service January 1964
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 1.5 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 0.5 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 1.4 MW |
| Minimum Load | 0.2 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Out of Service |
| First Operation Date | January 1964 |
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
|---|---|
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal / Distillate Fuel Oil / Jet Fuel |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Stoker Technology | No |
| Other Combustion Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN3 Details Out of Service April 1981
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 10 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.85 |
| Summer Capacity | 8.1 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 10 MW |
| Minimum Load | 2.5 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Out of Service |
| First Operation Date | April 1981 |
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
|---|---|
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal / Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas / Jet Fuel |
| Startup Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Fluidized Bed Technology | Yes |
| Stoker Technology | No |
| Other Combustion Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN4 Details Standby August 2000
| Technology | Petroleum Liquids |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 9.6 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Summer Capacity | 9.6 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 9.6 MW |
| Minimum Load | 2 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Standby |
| Synchronized To Transmission Grid | Yes |
| First Operation Date | August 2000 |
|---|---|
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Multiple Fuels | No |
| Cofire Fuels | No |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
Generator GEN5 Details Operating February 2020
| Technology | Conventional Steam Coal |
|---|---|
| Prime Mover | Steam Turbine |
| Ownership | Single Owner |
| Nameplate Capacity | 17 MW |
| Nameplate Power Factor | 0.94 |
| Summer Capacity | 17 MW |
| Winter Capacity | 17 MW |
| Minimum Load | 4 MW |
| Uprate/Derate Completed | No |
| Status | Operating |
| First Operation Date | February 2020 |
| Combined Heat & Power | Yes |
| Sector Name | Commercial CHP (5) |
| Topping Or Bottoming | T |
| Energy Source | Subbituminous Coal / Distillate Fuel Oil / Natural Gas / Jet Fuel |
|---|---|
| Startup Source | Natural Gas / Distillate Fuel Oil |
| Solid Fuel Gasification | No |
| Carbon Capture Technology | No |
| Time From Cold Shutdown To Full Load | 12H |
| Fluidized Bed Technology | Yes |
| Pulverized Coal Technology | No |
| Stoker Technology | No |
| Other Combustion Technology | Yes |
| Subcritical Technology | Yes |
| Multiple Fuels | Yes |
| Cofire Fuels | Yes |
| Switch Between Oil And Natural Gas | No |
| Multifuel Details | |
| Cofire Energy Source | LIG / WDS / NG |
|---|---|
University of Alaska Fairbanks Plant Owners
| Owner Name | Address | Generator | Ownership | We couldn't locate any owners for this plant |
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Nearby Power Plants
Below are closest 7 power plants surrounding University of Alaska Fairbanks.
| Plant Name | Plant Location | Annual Generation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Energy LLC Chena | Fairbanks, AK | 143.4 GWh | 2.6 mi |
| Eielson AFB Central Heat & Power Plant | Eielson AFB, AK | 86.9 GWh | 25.3 mi |
| Eva Creek Wind | Healy, AK | 31.1 GWh | 63.7 mi |
| Fairbanks | Fairbanks, AK | 6.3 GWh | 3 mi |
| Healy | Healy, AK | 381.8 GWh | 76.9 mi |
| North Pole | North Pole, AK | 483.0 GWh | 16.2 mi |
| Utility Plants Section | Fort Wainwright, AK | 64.0 GWh | 5.5 mi |