JERA proposes LNG-fired power plant on Oahu, Hawaii

• 21 days ago (2026-03-18)
• David Flin

Asia 1014 Gas 463

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The Tokyo-based JERA is proposing to develop a 500 MW LNG-fired power plant on Oahu, replacing power production fuelled by burning oil.

Josh Green, Governor of Hawaii, said: “Our administration is focused on lowering costs for families, reducing carbon emissions, strengthening grid reliability, and accelerating our transition to 100 per cent clean, renewable energy. This proposal represents a transformative overhaul of our electrical grid and a tangible step to move Hawaii off its historic dependence on oil.”

JERA’s proposal also includes developing infrastructure to supply LNG, including a floating storage and regasification unit as well as supply pipelines. JERA did not divulge the estimated cost of the project but said the plant could be operational in 2030, subject to financing and regulatory approvals.