MM Lopez Energy

MM Lopez Energy is a 3 MW biomass power plant in Los Angeles County, California, operated by MM Lopez Energy LLC. EIA-860M lists 1 generating unit here, inside CAISO. Its unit entered service in 1998.

As of 2026-07 (inventory dated 2026-07-31) · EIA-860M Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory · eia.gov/…/july_generator2026.xlsx · eia.gov/…/eia860m

Nameplate capacity
3 MW
2.7 MW net summer
Generating units
1
In service
1998
EIA plant ID
55161

Where it is

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County
Los Angeles County, California
Coordinates
34.2925, -118.3894
Balancing authority
CISO
Sector
IPP Non-CHP

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
MM Lopez Energy LLC
Primary energy source
Biomass
Technologies
Landfill Gas
Status
Operating

Every plant MM Lopez Energy LLC reports to EIA →

MM Lopez Energy: FAQ

Where is MM Lopez Energy?
In Los Angeles County, California (CA). The map on this page is placed at the coordinates EIA files for the plant, which locate the site rather than any individual unit.
How big is MM Lopez Energy?
3 MW of nameplate capacity across 1 unit, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns MM Lopez Energy?
EIA-860M names MM Lopez Energy LLC as the reporting entity. That is the operator of record on the survey, which is not always the ultimate owner.
Is this the same as MM Lopez Energy LLC?
Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — MM Lopez Energy LLC here — not the project company that holds the asset. Project companies are commonly registered as an LLC carrying the plant's name, so a search for "MM Lopez Energy LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is MM Lopez Energy still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.