Langerbrugge Stora St 2 Biomass Power Plant, Langerbrugge, Belgium

Langerbrugge Stora St 2 is a biomass power plant located in Langerbrugge, Belgium, with a capacity of 50 MW. It operates on waste fuel, aligning with Belgium's focus on renewable energy and waste-to-energy solutions. The plant is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power grid. The facility operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets strict emission limits and requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT). As a biomass plant, it benefits from lower carbon intensity compared to fossil fuel plants, though emissions of particulates and NOx are regulated. The 50 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for biomass power generation in Europe. Environmentally, the plant contributes to waste reduction and renewable energy generation. Its location in an industrial area near Ghent minimizes impact on populated zones. The facility supports Belgium's energy transition goals by providing baseload renewable power and reducing landfill waste.

The plant uses waste as fuel, reducing landfill burden and generating renewable energy. Its 50 MW capacity results in lower CO2 emissions compared to fossil fuel plants, but combustion of waste can produce NOx and particulates, which are regulated under EU directives. The location in an industrial area near Ghent limits exposure to dense populations.