Overview
Braval (Ecoparque) is a 1.1 MW biomass power plant in Portugal, operational and fueled by waste. It contributes to the country's renewable energy mix.
Braval (Ecoparque) is a biomass power plant located in Portugal, with coordinates 41.580700, -8.314100. The facility has a capacity of 1.1 MW and uses waste as its primary fuel source. It is currently operational, supporting local energy generation from renewable sources. As a small-scale biomass plant, Braval (Ecoparque) operates under Portugal's national regulations, which align with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU. The plant's technology is typical for waste-to-energy facilities, focusing on efficient combustion and emission control. Portugal has been expanding its renewable energy capacity, and this plant contributes to that goal. The plant's environmental significance lies in its use of waste as fuel, reducing landfill disposal and generating electricity. Its small capacity means a lower CO2 footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants. The facility plays a role in local waste management and energy supply, supporting community sustainability.
Environmental context
The plant uses waste as fuel, which helps reduce landfill volumes and associated methane emissions. Its small capacity of 1.1 MW results in relatively low CO2 and pollutant emissions compared to larger thermal plants. Located in a region with moderate population density, the facility's emissions are managed under EU standards to minimize local air quality impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Braval (Ecoparque) is located in Portugal at coordinates 41.580700, -8.314100.
The plant has a capacity of 1.1 MW, making it a small-scale biomass power plant.
The plant uses waste as its primary fuel source, functioning as a waste-to-energy facility.
Biomass plants in Portugal must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive 2010/75/EU, which sets emission limits and requires Best Available Techniques (BAT) for pollution control.
By using waste as fuel, the plant reduces landfill waste and generates renewable energy, lowering greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel alternatives.