Overview
Termoeléctrica de Cacia is a 12.5 MW biomass power plant located in Aveiro, Portugal. It converts biomass into electricity, contributing to the country's renewable energy portfolio.
Termoeléctrica de Cacia is a biomass power plant situated in the Aveiro region of Portugal. With a capacity of 12.5 MW, it operates as a medium-scale facility within the Portuguese renewable energy sector, utilizing locally sourced biomass to generate electricity. The plant employs biomass combustion technology, a well-established method for converting organic materials into power. Portugal's regulatory framework for biomass plants aligns with EU directives, including the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Best Available Techniques (BAT) for biomass combustion are applied to minimize environmental impact. As a biomass facility, Termoeléctrica de Cacia plays a role in Portugal's strategy to increase renewable energy share and reduce carbon emissions. It supports local waste management by using biomass residues and contributes to grid stability in the region. The plant's operation aligns with national energy goals and EU climate targets.
Environmental context
The plant's biomass fuel source has a lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels, but combustion still emits CO2, SOx, NOx, and particulates. Its location in Aveiro, a coastal region with moderate population density, requires adherence to EU air quality standards. The use of locally sourced biomass supports waste reduction and sustainable forestry practices.
Frequently asked questions
Termoeléctrica de Cacia is located in the Aveiro district of Portugal, near the city of Aveiro.
It is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning organic materials such as wood residues and agricultural waste.
The plant has a capacity of 12.5 megawatts (MW), making it a medium-scale biomass facility.
Biomass plants in Portugal must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and national emission standards, including limits on SOx, NOx, and particulate matter.
By generating electricity from renewable biomass, the plant supports Portugal's transition to a low-carbon energy system and helps meet EU renewable energy targets.