Overview
Discovery Park is a 16 MW biomass power plant in the United Kingdom, owned by Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor (BWSC). It contributes to renewable energy generation using biomass fuel.
Discovery Park is a biomass power plant located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 16 MW. The facility is owned by Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor (BWSC) and is currently operational. As a biomass plant, it generates electricity by combusting organic materials, aligning with the UK's renewable energy targets. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the UK's environmental legislation, including the Environmental Permitting Regulations and the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) as part of EU-derived standards. Biomass power plants in the UK are subject to emission limits for pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, and must comply with sustainability criteria for fuel sourcing. The 16 MW capacity places Discovery Park in the small-to-medium scale range for biomass power generation. Discovery Park plays a role in the UK's energy mix by providing renewable electricity from biomass. Its location in the southeast of England supports local grid stability and contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuel alternatives. The plant's operation under BWSC's management ensures adherence to industry standards for efficiency and environmental performance.
Environmental context
Biomass power generation involves combustion of organic materials, which releases CO2, but is considered carbon-neutral if sourced sustainably. The plant's 16 MW capacity results in moderate emissions of NOx and particulate matter, regulated under UK environmental permits. Proximity to populated areas may influence local air quality, but modern biomass plants employ emission control technologies. The facility's fuel sourcing must comply with UK sustainability criteria to ensure net environmental benefits.
Frequently asked questions
Discovery Park is located in the United Kingdom, at coordinates 51.2839 N, 1.3457 E.
Discovery Park is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning organic materials.
Discovery Park is owned by Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor (BWSC), a company specializing in power plant construction and operation.
Biomass power plants in the UK must comply with the Environmental Permitting Regulations and the Industrial Emissions Directive, which set emission limits for pollutants and require sustainable fuel sourcing.
Biomass power is considered carbon-neutral if fuel is sourced sustainably, but it still produces emissions like NOx and particulates. Modern plants use pollution control technologies to minimize environmental impact.