Overview
LRI LFGTE Facility is a 4.5 MW biomass power plant in Washington, USA, operated by Frontier Operation Services. It converts landfill gas into electricity, supporting renewable energy generation.
LRI LFGTE Facility is a biomass power plant located in Washington, United States, with a capacity of 4.5 MW. It is owned and operated by Frontier Operation Services and is currently operational. The plant utilizes landfill gas as its primary fuel, converting waste into electricity. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for landfill gas. As a small-scale biomass plant, it benefits from renewable energy incentives and must comply with emission limits for pollutants such as methane and non-methane organic compounds. By generating electricity from landfill gas, LRI LFGTE Facility reduces methane emissions from waste decomposition and contributes to local renewable energy goals. Its location in Washington supports the state's clean energy transition, providing a reliable power source while managing waste sustainably.
Environmental context
The LRI LFGTE Facility uses landfill gas, a renewable fuel that captures methane emissions from decomposing waste. This process reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to flaring or venting. The plant's small capacity of 4.5 MW limits its local air quality impact, but it must comply with EPA regulations for landfill gas combustion, including limits on hydrogen sulfide and particulate matter. Its location in a rural area minimizes exposure to populated zones.
Frequently asked questions
LRI LFGTE Facility is located in Washington, United States, at coordinates 46.9756, -122.2906.
LRI LFGTE Facility is a biomass power plant that uses landfill gas as its primary fuel to generate electricity.
The facility has a capacity of 4.5 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation plant.
Biomass power plants in the USA must comply with the Clean Air Act, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for emissions of pollutants like methane and non-methane organic compounds. State-level regulations may also apply.
By capturing and combusting landfill gas, the facility reduces methane emissions that would otherwise be released into the atmosphere, contributing to greenhouse gas reduction and renewable energy generation.