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Dinuba Energy

Dinuba Energy is a biomass-powered facility located in Reedley, California, operating under the jurisdiction of the California Independent System Operator. The plant utilizes steam turbine technology to generate an operating capacity of 11.5 megawatts. As part of the Western Electricity Coordinating Council’s NERC region, Dinuba Energy is managed by California State University Fresno, which also holds majority ownership of the facility. The plant operates in an unregulated environment, allowing for flexibility in its operational strategies while contributing to sustainable energy production in the region.

Tech Type:

Steam Turbine

Plant Operator:

California State University Fresno

Regulatory Status:

Unregulated

Owner:

California State University Fresno

NERC Region Code:

Western Electricity Coordinating Council

Power Control Area:

California Independent System Operator

Connected Utility:

Western Electricity Coordinating Council

Water Source:

Wells

Operating Capacity (MW):

11.5

Year First Unit in Service:

2001

Fuel Type:

Biomass

Co-fired/Fuel-switching Units?:

Co-Fired

Energy Storage Duration (hours):

Energy Storage Capacity (MWh):

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