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Electricity Generation: Diesel Power


The power station in Ruperts Valley houses the six diesel generators.  In 2012 the power station had a mid life refit which involved the removal and replacement of all switch gear, cabling and four of the six generators.

The two remaining generators are Ruston RK215 units each able to generate 1MW.  Three new CAT 3516B units rated at 1.6MW and a CAT 3508B unit able to produce 0.8MW were installed as part of the refit along with state of the art Vacuum circuit breakers and a SCADA system to provide a degree of automation.

Although the electrical supply requirements increase year on year the work undertaken to integrate renewable energy has reduced the level of diesel generation.

As more renewable energy is installed the reliance on fossil fuels decreases.  This reduces operating costs and helps preserve the environment.

At present approximately 74% of the islands electricity is generated from burning fossil fuel (diesel).  

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Power Station Facility at Ruperts Valley
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CAT 3516B Diesel Generator Unit
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Vision & Values
    • Team Commitment
    • Board of Directors
    • Management Team
    • Work Teams
    • Careers
  • Projects
    • Operations
    • Solar Farm
    • Water Supply
    • Raw Water Systems
  • Finance & Administration
    • Billing >
      • Your Bill Explained
      • Meter Reading
      • Property Access
    • Utilities Tariff
  • Services
    • Electricity Distribution >
      • Saving Tips
      • T&Cs
    • Electricity Generation >
      • Diesel Power
      • Wind Power
      • Solar Power
    • Water Treatment
    • Water Networks >
      • Saving Tips
      • T&Cs
    • Waste Water
    • Infrastructure
  • News
    • Press Releases & other News
    • FAQs
    • Web Links
  • Download Library
    • Forms
    • Tariffs and other charges
    • Accounts
    • Utilities Regulatory Authority
    • Electricians
    • Customer Complaints Procedure
    • Lab Reports (Treated)
    • Water Quality Reports
  • Contact
  • Billing