Overview
Station Works AD is a 1 MW operational biomass power plant in the United Kingdom, owned by Privilege Finance/BioWatt. It contributes to renewable energy generation using biomass fuel.
Station Works AD is a biomass power plant located in the United Kingdom, with coordinates 51.9485° N, 0.3275° E. The facility has a capacity of 1 MW and is currently operational. It is owned by Privilege Finance/BioWatt, reflecting private sector involvement in the UK's renewable energy landscape. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework for biomass power generation, which includes compliance with the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) as implemented in UK law. Biomass plants of this scale typically use combustion or anaerobic digestion technology to convert organic materials into electricity. The UK has a supportive policy environment for renewable energy, including subsidies under the Renewable Obligation or Contracts for Difference schemes. As a small-scale biomass facility, Station Works AD contributes to the UK's renewable energy mix and helps reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Its location in a rural area minimizes local air quality impacts, though biomass combustion still emits CO2 and particulates. The plant supports local agricultural or forestry waste management and provides a modest contribution to grid stability.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass fuel, which is considered renewable but still produces CO2 and particulate emissions. At 1 MW capacity, its environmental footprint is relatively small compared to larger fossil fuel plants. The UK's strict emission standards under the IED ensure that biomass plants meet best available techniques (BAT) for pollution control. Proximity to populated areas is limited given the rural setting, reducing local health risks.
Frequently asked questions
Station Works AD is located in the United Kingdom at coordinates 51.9485° N, 0.3275° E.
Station Works AD is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning organic materials.
The plant is owned by Privilege Finance/BioWatt, a private sector entity.
Biomass plants in the UK must comply with the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and best available techniques (BAT) for emission control, along with renewable energy support schemes.
As a 1 MW renewable energy facility, it provides a small but steady supply of low-carbon electricity, supporting the UK's transition to net-zero emissions.