International Paper Savanna Mill - Biomass Power Plant in Savannah, Georgia

International Paper Savanna Mill is a biomass power plant located in Savannah, Georgia, United States. With a capacity of 154 MW, it is a medium-scale facility within the biomass sector, owned and operated by International Paper Co. The plant is currently operational and contributes to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The facility utilizes biomass as its primary fuel, which includes wood waste and other organic materials. Biomass power plants like this one are subject to emissions regulations under the US Clean Air Act, including National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and New Source Performance Standards (NSPS). The plant's technology is typical for biomass combustion, involving steam turbines to generate electricity. As a biomass facility, the Savanna Mill plays a role in reducing reliance on fossil fuels and managing wood waste from the paper industry. Its location in Savannah allows it to serve the local industrial and residential electricity demand. The plant's operation aligns with broader renewable energy goals in the United States, though biomass combustion still produces CO2 and other emissions that are regulated under federal and state environmental programs.

The plant's biomass fuel source, while renewable, generates CO2, NOx, and particulate matter emissions, which are regulated under the US Clean Air Act. Its location in Savannah, a coastal city, means emissions may affect local air quality. The facility's age and technology (biomass combustion) are typical for the sector, with environmental performance dependent on pollution control equipment.