Overview
ABEC #2 dba West-Star Dairy is a 1 MW operational biomass power plant in California, United States, owned by ABEC #2 LLC. It generates electricity from biomass fuel.
ABEC #2 dba West-Star Dairy is a biomass power plant located in California, United States, with an operational status. The facility has a capacity of 1 MW, placing it in the small-scale category for power generation. It is owned by ABEC #2 LLC. The plant operates using biomass as its primary fuel, converting organic materials into electricity. In the United States, biomass power plants are subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for criteria pollutants. The facility's small capacity suggests it may serve local or on-site energy needs. As a biomass facility, ABEC #2 contributes to renewable energy generation in California, supporting the state's goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Its location in an agricultural region aligns with the availability of biomass feedstocks, providing a sustainable energy source for the local community.
Environmental context
The plant's biomass fuel source can help reduce methane emissions from agricultural waste while generating electricity. However, biomass combustion releases CO2, SOx, and NOx, though at lower levels than fossil fuels. Located in California, the facility operates under strict state and federal air quality regulations, including the Clean Air Act, to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
ABEC #2 dba West-Star Dairy is located in California, United States, with coordinates 35.472100, -119.432900.
The facility has a capacity of 1 MW, making it a small-scale biomass power plant.
The plant is owned by ABEC #2 LLC.
Biomass power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for SOx, NOx, and particulate matter, as well as state-level renewable portfolio standards.
Biomass power generation can reduce methane emissions from waste and provide renewable energy, but combustion releases CO2 and other pollutants. Proper management and emissions controls are essential to minimize environmental impact.