Overview
Ano Liosia is a 24 MW biomass power plant in Greece, operational and fueled by waste. It contributes to the country's renewable energy capacity.
Ano Liosia is a biomass power plant located in Greece, operating with a capacity of 24 megawatts. The facility utilizes waste as its primary fuel source, aligning with Greece's efforts to expand renewable energy generation and reduce landfill dependency. As an operational plant, it plays a role in the local energy grid. The plant operates under Greek and EU regulatory frameworks, including the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for waste incineration. These regulations ensure emissions control and environmental compliance. Biomass power plants of this scale are typical for regional waste-to-energy projects in Europe. Ano Liosia contributes to Greece's renewable energy targets and provides a sustainable waste management solution. Its location near Athens supports the capital's energy needs while reducing the environmental impact of waste disposal. The plant's operation underscores the integration of waste management and power generation in urban areas.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces methane emissions from landfills and displaces fossil fuel-based power. However, biomass combustion releases CO2, SOx, and NOx, requiring compliance with EU emission limits. Proximity to Athens necessitates stringent air quality controls to protect public health. The facility's 24 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale for biomass plants, with a moderate environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
The Ano Liosia biomass power plant is located in Greece, near the municipality of Ano Liosia in the Attica region, close to Athens.
The Ano Liosia power plant has a capacity of 24 megawatts, making it a small-to-medium scale biomass facility.
The plant uses waste as its primary fuel, operating as a waste-to-energy facility.
Biomass power plants in Greece must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) conclusions for waste incineration, which set limits on emissions of pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
The plant supports Greece's renewable energy targets by generating electricity from waste, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and diverting waste from landfills.