Millersville LFG Biomass Power Plant in Millersville, Maryland

Millersville LFG is a biomass power plant located in Millersville, Maryland, United States. With a capacity of 3.2 MW, it operates as a small-scale facility within the US power generation sector, utilizing waste as its primary fuel source. The plant is owned by LES Operations Services LLC and is currently operational. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and associated standards such as the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As a biomass plant using waste fuel, it may be subject to emissions guidelines for municipal solid waste landfills and renewable energy incentives. The technology typically involves combustion of landfill gas or other waste-derived fuels to generate electricity. Millersville LFG contributes to the local grid by providing renewable energy from waste, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating methane emissions from landfills. Its small capacity makes it suitable for community-scale power supply, supporting Maryland's renewable portfolio standards and waste management goals.

The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces landfill methane emissions and provides a renewable energy source. Its small capacity (3.2 MW) limits its environmental footprint, but proximity to populated areas may require adherence to local air quality regulations. The facility's operation aligns with US EPA emissions standards for biomass combustion.