Hines Energy Complex

Hines Energy Complex is a 2 GW natural gas power plant in Polk County, Florida, operated by Duke Energy Florida, LLC. EIA-860M lists 12 generating units here. Its units entered service between 1999 and 2007.

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
2,266.3 MW
2,144 MW net summer
Generating units
12
In service
1999–2007
EIA plant ID
7302

Where it is

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County
Polk County, Florida
Coordinates
27.7882, -81.87
Balancing authority
FPC
Sector
Electric Utility

Units, technology and status

Operator of record
Duke Energy Florida, LLC
Primary energy source
Natural gas
Technologies
Natural Gas Fired Combined Cycle
Status
Operating

Every plant Duke Energy Florida, LLC reports to EIA →

Hines Energy Complex: FAQ

Where is Hines Energy Complex?
In Polk County, Florida (FL). 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 Hines Energy Complex?
2 GW of nameplate capacity across 12 units, as of the EIA-860M release for 2026-07.
Who owns Hines Energy Complex?
EIA-860M names Duke Energy Florida, 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 Hines Energy Complex LLC?
Probably, but EIA-860M does not say. The survey records a plant name and a reporting entity — Duke Energy Florida, 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 "Hines Energy Complex LLC" usually means this site. This page shows only what EIA files, and does not assert a corporate structure it cannot see.
Is Hines Energy Complex still running?
EIA-860M files it as "Operating" for 2026-07. Statuses change monthly, and this page follows the monthly release.