Overview
KRS II Koloa Solar is a 12 MW solar PV facility in Kauai, Hawaii, owned by Kauai Island Utility Cooperative. It contributes to the island's renewable energy portfolio.
KRS II Koloa Solar is a 12 megawatt solar photovoltaic facility located on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, United States. Owned by Kauai Island Utility Cooperative, the plant is operational and supports the local grid with clean energy generation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of Hawaii's Renewable Portfolio Standard, which targets 100% renewable electricity by 2045. As a solar PV installation, it benefits from federal investment tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act and state-level incentives for renewable energy development. By generating solar power, KRS II Koloa Solar reduces reliance on imported fossil fuels and helps stabilize electricity costs for Kauai residents. The plant's capacity is modest relative to utility-scale projects, but it plays a key role in the cooperative's strategy to integrate distributed renewable resources.
Environmental context
Kauai's tropical climate provides high solar irradiance, making solar PV a suitable technology. The facility's location on agricultural or developed land minimizes land-use conflicts. Solar generation avoids greenhouse gas emissions and reduces air pollution compared to fossil fuel alternatives, supporting Hawaii's clean energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
KRS II Koloa Solar is located on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, United States.
The facility has a capacity of 12 megawatts (MW) and uses solar photovoltaic technology.
The plant is owned by Kauai Island Utility Cooperative, a member-owned utility serving Kauai.
Hawaii's Renewable Portfolio Standard mandates 100% renewable electricity by 2045, supported by federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act and state net metering programs.
The plant reduces dependence on imported fossil fuels, stabilizes electricity costs, and contributes to Hawaii's clean energy transition.