Overview
Green Knight Energy Center is a 9.9 MW biomass power plant in Pennsylvania, USA, operated by Waste Management Inc. It converts waste into electricity, supporting local renewable energy goals.
Green Knight Energy Center is a biomass power plant located in Pennsylvania, United States, with a capacity of 9.9 MW. Owned by Waste Management Inc, the facility is operational and plays a role in the region's renewable energy portfolio by generating electricity from waste materials. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated standards for emissions. As a biomass facility, it utilizes waste as fuel, which can help reduce landfill volumes and provide a renewable energy source. The technology employed is typical for small-scale biomass plants, focusing on efficient combustion and emissions control. Environmentally, the plant contributes to waste-to-energy conversion, reducing methane emissions from landfills while generating power. Its location in Pennsylvania aligns with state renewable portfolio standards. The facility serves the local grid, providing a modest but steady supply of electricity to the community.
Environmental context
The Green Knight Energy Center operates in a region with a mix of rural and suburban areas. As a biomass plant using waste fuel, it helps divert waste from landfills, reducing methane emissions. The facility's emissions are regulated under the Clean Air Act, with controls for particulates and other pollutants. Its small capacity minimizes local air quality impacts, but proximity to populated areas requires careful monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
Green Knight Energy Center is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.8592, -75.2627.
It is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning waste materials, with a capacity of 9.9 MW.
The plant is owned by Waste Management Inc, a leading waste management company.
Biomass power plants in the USA must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including emission limits for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulates, as well as state-level renewable energy standards.
By converting waste into electricity, the plant reduces landfill methane emissions and provides a renewable energy source, supporting Pennsylvania's renewable portfolio standards.