Overview
Cattlegate Farm Biogas (Farm AD) is a 1.5 MW biomass power plant in the United Kingdom, operated by Willen Biogas & Xergi. It converts agricultural feedstock into renewable energy.
Cattlegate Farm Biogas (Farm AD) is a biomass power plant located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 1.5 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Willen Biogas & Xergi, and it is currently operational. As a farm-based anaerobic digestion plant, it processes agricultural waste to generate electricity, contributing to the UK's renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework, which includes the Renewable Energy Directive and the Environmental Permitting Regulations. Biomass plants of this scale are typical for farm AD units, which support local agriculture by managing waste and producing energy. The technology used is anaerobic digestion, a well-established method for converting organic matter into biogas. Environmentally, Cattlegate Farm Biogas helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by capturing methane from agricultural waste and using it for power generation. Its small capacity means it serves a local grid role, providing distributed renewable energy. The facility aligns with UK goals for decarbonizing the energy sector and promoting circular economy practices.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass as fuel, which has a lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels but still emits CO2 from combustion. Its small capacity (1.5 MW) limits overall emissions, and the use of agricultural waste reduces methane release from decomposition. Located in a rural area, it has minimal impact on populated regions. The UK's strict emission standards under the Environmental Permitting Regulations ensure controlled operation.
Frequently asked questions
Cattlegate Farm Biogas is located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 51.6960, -0.1116.
It is a biomass power plant using anaerobic digestion technology, converting agricultural waste into biogas for electricity generation.
The plant is owned and operated by Willen Biogas & Xergi.
Biomass plants in the UK must comply with the Environmental Permitting Regulations and the Renewable Energy Directive, which set emission limits and sustainability criteria.
By capturing methane from agricultural waste, the plant reduces greenhouse gas emissions and generates renewable energy, supporting the UK's net-zero targets.