Overview
Huntington Resource Recovery Facility is a 28 MW biomass power plant in Huntington, United States, converting waste into energy. It operates under US EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act.
Huntington Resource Recovery Facility is a biomass power plant located in Huntington, United States, with a capacity of 28 MW. It is owned by Huntington Resource Recovery and is currently operational, converting waste into electricity as part of the country's renewable energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As a biomass plant, it utilizes waste as fuel, which can help reduce landfill use but may involve emissions of particulates and other pollutants that are subject to state and federal permitting requirements. This facility contributes to local energy generation and waste management, serving the Huntington area. Its capacity of 28 MW places it in the small-to-medium scale for biomass power plants. The plant's role in converting waste to energy supports community sustainability goals and reduces reliance on fossil fuels.
Environmental context
The facility's use of waste as fuel reduces landfill methane emissions but may produce air pollutants such as particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, regulated under the Clean Air Act. Its location in a populated area requires adherence to stringent emission limits to protect public health. The 28 MW capacity indicates a moderate environmental footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants.
Frequently asked questions
The Huntington Resource Recovery Facility is located in Huntington, United States, at coordinates 40.881400, -73.290600.
It is a biomass power plant that converts waste into electricity, with a capacity of 28 MW.
The facility is owned by Huntington Resource Recovery.
Biomass power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act, including emission limits for pollutants like particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, and may require state permits.
The facility generates 28 MW of electricity from waste, supporting local energy needs and reducing landfill use.