Overview
PURINARSA TRATAMIENTO DE PURINES is a 15 MW biomass power plant in Spain, operational and owned by PURINARSA S.L. It converts waste into energy, supporting renewable generation.
PURINARSA TRATAMIENTO DE PURINES is a biomass power plant located in Spain, with coordinates 42.4496° N, -6.9476° W. The facility has a capacity of 15 MW and is currently operational. It is owned by PURINARSA S.L. and operates within the Spanish renewable energy sector, focusing on waste-to-energy conversion. The plant uses waste as its primary fuel, a common practice in biomass power generation. In Spain, biomass plants are regulated under national renewable energy policies and the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which sets emission limits for SOx, NOx, and particulates. The 15 MW capacity places it in the small-to-medium scale range for biomass plants in Europe. This facility contributes to Spain's renewable energy mix by converting agricultural or organic waste into electricity, reducing landfill use and greenhouse gas emissions. Its operation supports local waste management and grid stability, aligning with EU circular economy goals.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces methane emissions from decomposition and displaces fossil fuel generation. However, biomass combustion releases CO2, SOx, and NOx, regulated under the EU Industrial Emissions Directive. Proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality. The 15 MW scale limits overall environmental impact compared to larger facilities.
Frequently asked questions
PURINARSA TRATAMIENTO DE PURINES is located in Spain at coordinates 42.4496° N, -6.9476° W.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste as fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 15 megawatts (MW).
Biomass plants in Spain must comply with the EU Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU) and national renewable energy laws, which set emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulates.
By converting waste into energy, the plant reduces landfill methane emissions and provides renewable electricity, supporting Spain's climate goals.