Overview
Gonfreville-l'Orcher is a 1.063 MW biomass power plant in France. It operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive and contributes to renewable energy generation.
Gonfreville-l'Orcher is a biomass power plant located in Gonfreville-l'Orcher, France. With a capacity of 1.063 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the French power generation sector, which increasingly relies on renewable sources like biomass to meet climate goals. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets strict emission limits and requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) for biomass combustion. This regulatory framework ensures that the facility minimizes its environmental footprint while generating electricity from organic materials. As a biomass power plant, Gonfreville-l'Orcher plays a role in France's energy transition by converting locally sourced biomass into electricity. Its small capacity suggests it may serve a local community or industrial site, contributing to decentralized renewable energy production and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
Biomass power plants like Gonfreville-l'Orcher use organic materials for fuel, which can be carbon-neutral if sourced sustainably. However, combustion still releases particulate matter and NOx, requiring compliance with EU emission standards. The plant's small capacity limits its overall environmental impact, but proximity to populated areas may necessitate careful management of air quality.
Frequently asked questions
The Gonfreville-l'Orcher biomass power plant is located in Gonfreville-l'Orcher, France, at coordinates 49.485300 N, 0.221900 E.
The Gonfreville-l'Orcher power plant uses biomass as its primary fuel, which includes organic materials such as wood chips, agricultural residues, or other biological matter.
The Gonfreville-l'Orcher biomass plant has a capacity of 1.063 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Biomass power plants in France must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for pollutants like NOx and particulate matter, and requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT) to minimize environmental impact.
Biomass power generation supports France's renewable energy targets by providing a carbon-neutral electricity source when fuel is sustainably sourced. It helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels and contributes to the country's energy transition.