Renova's Ishinomaki Hibarino Biomass Power Plant commences operations

Its annual power production can meet the yearly consumption of 170,000 households.

Renova’s 75-megawatt (MW) Ishinomaki Hibarino Biomass Power Plant in Japan begins operations.

In a statement, Renova said the power plant, which is fuelled by wood pellets and palm kernel shells, can produce 530 million kilowatt-hours of power annually which is equivalent to the annual power consumption of around 170,000 households.

Aside from Renova, the power plant was also funded by Prominet Power Co., United Purpose Management Inc, and Mizuho Leasing Co., Ltd.

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The power plant was designed to withstand the height of a tsunami, following the tsunami that occurred in 2011 due to the Great East Japan Earthquake.

“Going forward, we will operate the power plant while prioritizing coexistence with the local community and safety. We will seek to contribute to the achievement of a decarbonized society in cooperation with local residents and other stakeholders,” Renova said.