Overview
Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle is a 1.1 MW biomass power plant in France. It operates under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive, contributing to renewable energy generation.
Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle is a biomass power plant located in the commune of Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France. With a capacity of 1.119 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the French renewable energy sector, which increasingly relies on biomass to diversify its energy mix and reduce carbon emissions. The plant operates under the European Union's Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets strict emission limits for large combustion plants. As a biomass facility, it benefits from Best Available Techniques (BAT) for efficient combustion and emission control. The plant uses locally sourced biomass fuel, supporting regional forestry and agricultural waste management. This facility plays a role in France's energy transition by generating electricity from renewable biomass, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its small capacity makes it suitable for local grid support or distributed generation, contributing to energy security in the Basque Country region. The plant's operational status ensures continued renewable energy output.
Environmental context
Biomass power plants like Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle have a lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuel plants, but still emit CO2, NOx, and particulates. The plant's small capacity (1.1 MW) limits its environmental impact, and its location in a rural area reduces exposure to dense populations. Compliance with EU emission standards ensures controlled pollutant release.
Frequently asked questions
The Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle biomass power plant is located in the commune of Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France.
The plant has a capacity of 1.119 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale biomass power facility.
The plant uses biomass as its primary fuel, which typically includes wood chips, agricultural residues, or other organic materials.
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 particulates, and requires the use of Best Available Techniques (BAT).
By generating electricity from biomass, the plant supports France's renewable energy targets and helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel-based generation.