Overview
Indeck Energy-Alexandria is a 16 MW biomass power plant in New Hampshire, USA. It operates on waste fuel and is owned by Indeck Energy-Alexandria LLC.
Indeck Energy-Alexandria is a biomass power plant located in New Hampshire, United States. With a capacity of 16 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector. The plant is operational and owned by Indeck Energy-Alexandria LLC. The facility uses waste as its primary fuel, converting it into electricity. In the US, biomass power plants are subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for pollutants such as SOx and NOx. The plant's technology is typical for small biomass facilities, often utilizing combustion or gasification processes. As a biomass plant, Indeck Energy-Alexandria contributes to renewable energy generation and waste management in the region. Its location in New Hampshire supports local grid stability and provides a disposal outlet for waste materials. The plant's operations align with state renewable portfolio standards, promoting cleaner energy sources.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste fuel reduces landfill burden but may produce emissions including CO2, SOx, and NOx. Its small capacity limits overall environmental impact, though proximity to populated areas could raise local air quality concerns. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Air Act ensures compliance with emission limits.
Frequently asked questions
Indeck Energy-Alexandria is located in New Hampshire, United States, at coordinates 43.560800, -71.780600.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 16 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale facility.
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.
The plant is owned by Indeck Energy-Alexandria LLC.