Overview
CPI USA NC Roxboro is a 67.5 MW biomass power plant in North Carolina, United States, owned by CPI USA NC Roxboro LLC. It converts waste into electricity, contributing to the region's renewable energy capacity.
CPI USA NC Roxboro is a biomass power plant located in North Carolina, United States, with an operational capacity of 67.5 MW. Owned by CPI USA NC Roxboro LLC, the facility utilizes waste as its primary fuel source, positioning it within the small-to-medium scale range for biomass power generation in the country. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated standards such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the Acid Rain Program. As a biomass facility, it may also be subject to the EPA's Standards of Performance for New Stationary Sources and emission guidelines for existing sources, which govern air pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. By converting waste into electricity, CPI USA NC Roxboro supports local waste management and renewable energy goals. Its location in North Carolina places it within a state that has a growing focus on renewable energy, and the plant's operation helps diversify the regional power generation mix while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces landfill disposal and associated methane emissions, but combustion may release pollutants such as SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. Its location in a rural area of North Carolina likely minimizes direct impact on densely populated zones, though compliance with EPA air quality standards is essential. The 67.5 MW capacity indicates a moderate environmental footprint relative to larger coal or gas plants.
Frequently asked questions
CPI USA NC Roxboro is located in North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 36.435000, -78.961900.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 67.5 megawatts (MW).
The plant must comply with US EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including NAAQS and the Acid Rain Program, as well as standards for biomass combustion emissions.
The plant is owned by CPI USA NC Roxboro LLC.