Puna Geothermal Venture Lava Threat
Sector: Geothermal • Location: Pahoa, Hawaii, United States
Source: NBC News
The Puna Geothermal Venture in Hawaii is facing a potential threat from lava flows from the Kilauea volcano. Officials have successfully plugged 11 wells at the plant to prevent any hazardous incidents if lava makes contact. The plant is crucial as it provides about 25% of the electricity for Hawaii's Big Island.
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Geothermal, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- Pahoa, Hawaii, United States of America
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- NBC News
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Description | The Puna Geothermal Venture in Hawaii is facing a potential threat from lava flows from the Kilauea volcano. Officials have successfully plugged 11 wells at the plant to prevent any hazardous incidents if lava makes contact. The plant is crucial as it provides about 25% of the electricity for Hawaii's Big Island. |
Original sector | Energy |
Location
Country | United States of America (USA) |
State | Hawaii |
City | Pahoa |
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Source | NBC News |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Geothermal, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2025-03-20 |
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