In addition to
producing 100% of our electricity from renewable energy, we are also very
interested in looking at alternative fuels for transportation and to replace
propane which is currently used in our kitchen, main lodge, and laundry.
Beginning is 2008, Chena Hot Springs is planning to take advantage of
excess power generation capacity during off-peak hours to produce hydrogen.
This hydrogen will be initially mixed at low pressure with propane at
a 15% to 85% mixture. This will
reduce our propane needs on-site and help us move further toward our goal of
being 100% independent of fossil fuels. Chena is also researching options
for using hydrogen for transportation applications, in additional to
exploring the use of electric vehicles.
Our Hydrogen Production Facility during the 2007 Renewable Energy Fair
