PLP and Albiasa are also working with Ram Power (RPI) to incorporate within PLP Kauai 1 RPI’s technology for thermal to electrical power conversion. RPI’s technology combines traditional steam turbine equipment with an organic rankine cycle to extend power production from solar resources and enhance part load performance.
Situated on 100 acres of dormant farm land between the towns of Kekaha and Waimea on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, PLP is negotiating a long term power purchase agreement with Kauai Island Utility Cooperative (KIUC). Construction of the project is scheduled to begin late this year. PLP Kauai 1 will include up to three hours of heat transfer fluid storage with the flexibility to shift power generation during the day in a manner most valuable to KIUC.
Dick Roth, CEO of PLP, said: “Solar power is a very important development for PLP and investing in this type of renewable energy technology strengthens our services to the residents of Hawaii. Incorporating Albiasa technology and engineering services will help us deliver a high yield and cost effective clean energy source and ultimately enable us to deliver better rates for our customers.”
