Overview
Wingmoor Farm (Waste AD) is a 1.6 MW biomass power plant in the United Kingdom, operated by Grundon. It converts waste into energy, supporting local renewable generation.
Wingmoor Farm (Waste AD) is a biomass power plant located in the United Kingdom, with a capacity of 1.6 MW. The facility is owned and operated by Grundon, a waste management company, and is classified as an operational biomass plant. It plays a role in the UK's renewable energy landscape by generating electricity from waste materials. The plant operates under the UK's regulatory framework for biomass and waste-to-energy facilities, which includes compliance with the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) and the Renewable Energy Directive. As a small-scale biomass plant, it utilizes anaerobic digestion or combustion technology to convert organic waste into power. The UK has a strong policy support for biomass as a low-carbon energy source, with incentives such as the Renewable Heat Incentive and Contracts for Difference. Environmentally, the plant contributes to waste reduction and renewable energy generation, helping to divert organic waste from landfills and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in a rural area minimizes direct impact on densely populated zones. The facility supports local grid stability and aligns with the UK's net-zero emissions targets by 2050.
Environmental context
The plant uses biomass as fuel, which has a lower carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels but still emits CO2 and particulates. Its small capacity (1.6 MW) limits overall emissions. Located in a rural area, it has minimal impact on populated zones. The facility must comply with UK emission standards under the IED, including limits on NOx and SOx. Its operation supports waste management and renewable energy goals.
Frequently asked questions
Wingmoor Farm (Waste AD) is located in the United Kingdom, near the town of Cheltenham in Gloucestershire.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste materials to generate electricity, with a capacity of 1.6 MW.
The plant is owned and operated by Grundon, a UK-based waste management company.
Biomass plants in the UK must comply with the Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) for emission limits, the Renewable Energy Directive for sustainability criteria, and local permitting requirements.
The plant reduces landfill waste by converting organic materials into energy, lowering methane emissions and supporting renewable energy targets.