MERCURY MOBILE
Opened: 2008 Total Installed Capacity: 107MW Average Annual Output: 875GWh
Kawerau geothermal station is a Fujielectric-Sumitomo single shaft, dual flash plant. The two-phase fluid is flashed/separated twice to produce high- and low pressure steam to feed the turbine. A number of new wells have been drilled since the station opened. In Kawerau geothermal power production and process heat (steam) provides renewable energy to a large industrial hub. This hub supports primary industry activities, such as tissue manufacturing and milk powder production. We have a Kawerau Community Fund, which supports groups and projects in the community around the station.