Cassington AD (Waste AD) - 2.1 MW Biomass Power Plant in Cassington, United Kingdom

Cassington AD (Waste AD) is a biomass power plant located in Cassington, United Kingdom, with a capacity of 2.1 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Agrivert, a company specializing in anaerobic digestion and renewable energy. As a small-scale biomass plant, it contributes to the UK's renewable energy mix by converting organic waste into electricity. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Renewable Obligation (RO) and Contracts for Difference (CfD) schemes that support low-carbon electricity generation. Biomass power plants in the UK must comply with emissions standards set by the Environment Agency, including limits on particulate matter, NOx, and SOx. The technology used at Cassington AD is anaerobic digestion, a process that breaks down organic matter in the absence of oxygen to produce biogas, which is then combusted to generate electricity. Cassington AD plays a role in local waste management by diverting organic waste from landfills, reducing methane emissions. The electricity generated is fed into the national grid, supporting the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system. The plant's small scale means it has a relatively low environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.

The plant uses biomass as fuel, which is considered renewable but still produces CO2 emissions from combustion. Its small capacity (2.1 MW) results in a relatively low emissions footprint. Located in Cassington, a rural area in Oxfordshire, the plant is not in close proximity to major population centers, reducing local air quality impacts. The anaerobic digestion process also helps manage organic waste, reducing methane emissions from landfills.