Overview
Société de Cogénération Saint-Félicien is a 21 MW biomass power plant in Saint-Félicien, Quebec, Canada. Owned by Green Leaf, it converts biomass into electricity and heat.
Société de Cogénération Saint-Félicien is a biomass power plant located in Saint-Félicien, Quebec, Canada. With a capacity of 21 MW, it is a small-scale facility in the Canadian power generation sector, contributing to the region's renewable energy mix. The plant operates on biomass fuel, utilizing locally sourced organic materials to generate electricity and heat through cogeneration. This technology aligns with Canada's clean energy goals and reduces reliance on fossil fuels. The facility is subject to federal and provincial environmental regulations, including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act and Quebec's air quality standards. As a cogeneration plant, it provides both electricity and thermal energy, enhancing overall efficiency. Its operation supports local energy needs and contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional power plants. The facility plays a role in the circular economy by using waste biomass.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass, a renewable fuel, which has lower net CO2 emissions compared to fossil fuels. However, biomass combustion still releases particulate matter and other pollutants. Located in a rural area of Quebec, the plant's emissions are subject to provincial air quality regulations. The facility's small capacity and modern technology help minimize local environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located in Saint-Félicien, Quebec, Canada, at coordinates 48.6379° N, -72.4337° W.
The plant uses biomass as its primary fuel, including organic materials such as wood waste and agricultural residues.
The plant has a capacity of 21 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale biomass power facility.
Biomass power plants in Canada must comply with the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) and provincial regulations, such as Quebec's Clean Air Regulation, which set emission limits for pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen oxides.
Biomass cogeneration produces both electricity and heat, improving overall efficiency. It uses renewable fuel, reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel plants, and supports waste management by utilizing organic residues.