Sutton Courtenay Landfill Scheme - 5.6 MW Biomass Power Plant in the United Kingdom

Sutton Courtenay Landfill Scheme is a biomass power plant located in Sutton Courtenay, United Kingdom, with a capacity of 5.6 MW. Operated by Waste Recycling Group, the facility converts waste into electricity, contributing to the UK's renewable energy portfolio. The plant uses waste as its primary fuel, typical of landfill gas or waste-to-energy facilities. It operates under the UK's regulatory framework, including the Environmental Permitting Regulations and the Industrial Emissions Directive (2010/75/EU), which set emission limits for pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. The plant's capacity places it in the small-scale category for biomass power generation. As a renewable energy facility, Sutton Courtenay Landfill Scheme helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions by diverting waste from landfills and generating low-carbon electricity. It supports local grid stability and contributes to the UK's targets for renewable energy and waste management.

The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces methane emissions from landfills and provides a renewable energy source. Its location in a rural area of Oxfordshire minimizes direct impact on densely populated zones. The facility must comply with emission standards under the UK's Environmental Permitting Regulations, ensuring control of pollutants like dioxins and heavy metals. The 5.6 MW capacity indicates a modest environmental footprint relative to larger fossil fuel plants.