Overview
ABEC #4 dba CE&S Dairy is a 1 MW operational biomass power plant in California, United States. It is owned by ABEC #4 LLC and generates electricity from biomass fuel.
ABEC #4 dba CE&S Dairy is a biomass power plant located in California, United States, with a capacity of 1 MW. The facility is owned by ABEC #4 LLC and is currently operational, contributing to the region's renewable energy generation from biomass sources. As a small-scale biomass plant, ABEC #4 operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level emissions standards. Biomass power plants in the U.S. are subject to New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) and may require permits for air emissions, including particulate matter and other pollutants. The plant's location in California places it within a state with aggressive renewable energy targets and stringent environmental regulations. Its small capacity suggests it likely serves a local or niche role, such as utilizing agricultural or dairy waste, aligning with California's goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable energy.
Environmental context
The plant's use of biomass fuel, likely derived from agricultural or dairy waste, contributes to renewable energy generation but may involve emissions of particulate matter and other pollutants. Its small capacity (1 MW) limits its environmental footprint, though proximity to agricultural areas could influence local air quality. California's strict emissions standards under the CAA and state regulations help mitigate potential impacts.
Frequently asked questions
ABEC #4 dba CE&S Dairy is located in California, United States, with coordinates 35.173100, -119.116400.
It is a biomass power plant that generates electricity using biomass fuel, with a capacity of 1 MW.
The plant is owned by ABEC #4 LLC.
Biomass power plants in the U.S. are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for emissions. State-level regulations, such as California's stringent air quality rules, also apply.
Small biomass plants have lower emissions compared to larger fossil fuel plants, but they still produce particulate matter and other pollutants. Using waste biomass can reduce methane emissions from decomposition, offering net environmental benefits.