Hummel is a 1,124 MW combined cycle flexible generation facility located in Shamokin Dam, Pennsylvania. It provides capacity and energy to the PJM Interconnection. In 2025, Capital Power acquired the facility from LS Power Equity Advisors, LLC.
Quick Facts
- One of the largest, newest and most efficient combined-cycle assets in the PJM market, capable of powering up to one million homes with:
- 3 Siemens SGT6-5000F5ee Combustion Turbines (will be upgraded in 2026 and 2027)
- 3 NEM Heat Recovery Steam Generators
- 1 Siemens SST6-5000 Steam Turbine
- The turbines and generators are supported under a Long-Term Program Contract with Siemens
- Development of the facility was one of the largest coal-to-gas conversions in the U.S. The plant reached commercial operation in June 2018.
- • Hummel’s year-to-date capacity factor has increased since 2019 from 58% to 85+%
The global data center market is expected to grow exponentially over the next decade – the ability to power, innovate, and connect will define the next generation of global prosperity!
This site is data center-ready:
- 🗹 Proximity to buildable land
- 🗹 Access to redundant major fiber
- 🗹 A reliable water supply
- 🗹 1 GW of power available starting in 2026
With key infrastructure already in place, it’s ideally positioned for rapid deployment, operational resilience, and long-term scalability.
Interested in learning more? Call or email our team today!
For Data Center inquiries:
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Robert Wydareny VP, Balanced Energy Solutions 1.403.717.8145 [email protected] |
Community Investment
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Site Contact
Phone: 1-780-392-5100
Email: [email protected]