Overview
Penafiel (Aterro Sanitário) is a 1 MW biomass power plant in Portugal, operational and fueled by waste. It contributes to renewable energy generation in the region.
Penafiel (Aterro Sanitário) is a biomass power plant located in Portugal, with coordinates 41.0714, -8.3522. The facility has a capacity of 1 MW and uses waste as its primary fuel, placing it in the small-scale segment of the power generation sector. It is currently operational. As a biomass plant, it operates under Portugal's national regulations, which align with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and Best Available Techniques (BAT) for waste-to-energy facilities. The plant's small capacity suggests it may serve local energy needs or utilize landfill gas, contributing to waste management and renewable energy targets. The facility plays a role in Portugal's renewable energy mix, supporting the country's goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy from renewable sources. Its location in the Penafiel area provides local environmental benefits by converting waste into energy, reducing landfill methane emissions.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces methane emissions from landfills and provides a renewable energy source. Its small capacity (1 MW) limits its overall environmental footprint, but it contributes to local air quality management under EU emissions standards. Proximity to populated areas is typical for such facilities, requiring adherence to strict emission limits.
Frequently asked questions
Penafiel (Aterro Sanitário) is located in Portugal at coordinates 41.0714, -8.3522.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste as fuel, with a capacity of 1 MW.
The plant has a capacity of 1 megawatt (MW), classifying it as a small-scale power generation facility.
Biomass plants in Portugal must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and national waste management laws, ensuring emissions are controlled and renewable energy targets are met.
By converting waste into energy, the plant reduces landfill methane emissions and supports Portugal's renewable energy goals, contributing to a circular economy.