Overview
Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm AD is a 1.4 MW biomass power plant in the United Kingdom, operated by Bryn Group. It converts organic materials into renewable energy.
Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm AD is a biomass power plant located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 1.4 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Bryn Group, and it is currently operational. As a biomass plant, it generates electricity by combusting organic materials, contributing to the UK's renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework for renewable energy, which includes incentives such as the Renewable Obligation Certificates (ROCs) and Contracts for Difference (CfD). Biomass power plants of this scale are typically designed for local energy supply or farm-based operations, utilizing agricultural residues or purpose-grown energy crops. This facility plays a role in the UK's transition to low-carbon energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Its small capacity suggests it serves a local community or agricultural operation, providing a sustainable waste management solution while generating electricity.
Environmental context
Biomass power plants like Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm AD produce lower net CO2 emissions compared to fossil fuel plants, as the carbon released during combustion is offset by carbon absorbed during plant growth. However, emissions of particulate matter and NOx can occur, requiring compliance with UK air quality standards. The plant's location in a rural area minimizes impact on densely populated regions.
Frequently asked questions
Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm AD is located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates 51.6645° N, -3.2693° W.
It is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning organic materials such as agricultural waste or energy crops.
The plant has a capacity of 1.4 megawatts (MW), which is typical for a small-scale biomass facility serving local energy needs.
Biomass plants in the UK must comply with the Renewable Obligation Order and the Emissions Performance Standard, as well as air quality regulations under the Environmental Permitting Regulations.
Biomass is considered carbon-neutral if sourced sustainably, but it can produce air pollutants like particulate matter and NOx. UK regulations require emission controls to minimize environmental impact.