Overview
Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt is a 1.067 MW biomass power plant in France. It operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive, contributing to renewable energy generation.
Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt is a biomass power plant located in the commune of Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt, France. With a capacity of 1.067 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the French power generation sector, which increasingly relies on biomass to meet renewable energy targets. The plant operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets strict emission limits for large combustion plants. As a biomass facility, it uses organic materials as fuel, resulting in lower net CO2 emissions compared to fossil fuel plants. This facility plays a role in local renewable energy production, supporting France's transition to a low-carbon energy mix. Its small capacity suggests it may serve a local community or industrial site, contributing to decentralized power generation and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass fuel, which is considered carbon-neutral over its lifecycle if sourced sustainably. Its small capacity (1.067 MW) limits its overall emissions footprint. Located in a rural area of northern France, the facility's environmental impact is primarily related to air emissions from combustion, regulated under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive. Small biomass plants typically have manageable local impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt biomass power plant is located in the commune of Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt, in northern France.
The Graincourt-lès-Havrincourt biomass power plant has a capacity of 1.067 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale facility.
The plant uses biomass as its primary fuel, which includes organic materials such as wood, agricultural residues, or dedicated energy crops.
Biomass power plants in France must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. National regulations also apply, including requirements for sustainable biomass sourcing.
As a renewable energy facility, the plant supports France's target to increase the share of renewables in its energy mix, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.