The Plant
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© 2025 The Plant Institute Overall Use Plan
The Plant is a proposed research facility located on the Pacific coast, designed to study and develop advanced power systems that harness wind, wave, tidal, solar, and geothermal energies. The project aims to heal sensitive coastal environments and invest in marine habitats, expansion, and restoration. The facility includes classrooms, labs, and administration designed with LEEDS Platinum certification and will partner with up to 12 universities to offer postgraduate programs in sustainable engineering, architectural design, and water sciences.
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The Plant will establish a strong center for innovation, education, and research in the area of global and regional power sources. The Plant will unite top universities and companies to address vital energy research.
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Reimagination of the Morro Bay Power Plant as epicenter of green energy and advanced data distribution will trigger a sense of purpose throughout the region.
The program's design strategically leverages the site's natural features to enhance sustainable engineering research, creating a compelling and authentic argument for its development. It has garnered enthusiastic support from local businesses, city planners, state officials, and commissions, largely due to its focused emphasis on clean energy and water studies.
Located on a historically significant Chumash village site dating back to 9000 B.C., the project has gained endorsement from the Chumash Nation, who actively participate in its planning.
Given the global importance of sustainability, the project includes provisions for supporting infrastructure such as mixed-use commercial spaces, hotels, housing, and retail development, ensuring a comprehensive approach that respects both cultural heritage and environmental goals.