Overview
Dannes is a 1.56 MW biomass power plant located in France. It operates using biomass fuel to generate electricity.
Dannes is a biomass power plant located in France, with a capacity of 1.56 MW. This facility is operational and contributes to the country's renewable energy generation. As a small-scale biomass plant, it plays a role in diversifying France's energy mix. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits and requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) for biomass combustion. In France, biomass plants are subject to national regulations that promote renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Dannes provides local electricity generation from biomass, a renewable source that can help reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Its small capacity suggests it may serve a local community or industrial facility, contributing to regional energy security and supporting France's goals for renewable energy deployment.
Environmental context
Biomass power plants like Dannes use organic materials for fuel, which can be carbon-neutral if sourced sustainably. The plant's small capacity (1.56 MW) limits its overall emissions, but biomass combustion still releases particulate matter and other pollutants. Proximity to populated areas may require adherence to strict emission standards under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive. Sustainable fuel sourcing is key to minimizing environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The Dannes biomass power plant is located in France, at coordinates 50.592800 N, 1.606100 E.
The Dannes biomass power plant has a capacity of 1.56 MW, making it a small-scale renewable energy facility.
The Dannes plant uses biomass as its primary fuel, which includes organic materials such as wood chips, agricultural residues, or other biological matter.
Biomass power plants in France must comply with the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to minimize emissions. National regulations also promote renewable energy and set emission limits for pollutants.
Biomass power generation can be carbon-neutral if the fuel is sourced sustainably, as the CO2 released during combustion is offset by the CO2 absorbed during plant growth. However, it can produce air pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, which are regulated under EU directives.