Overview
Orbit Energy RI is a 3.2 MW biomass power plant in Rhode Island, United States, owned by Entropy Investment Management LLC. It generates electricity from biomass fuel.
Orbit Energy RI is a biomass power plant located in Rhode Island, United States, with a capacity of 3.2 MW. The facility is owned by Entropy Investment Management LLC and is currently operational. As a small-scale biomass plant, it contributes to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The plant operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and associated standards for biomass combustion. Biomass power plants in the US are subject to emissions limits for pollutants such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides (NOx), and sulfur dioxide (SO2), though biomass is generally considered carbon-neutral under certain accounting methods. Orbit Energy RI plays a role in local renewable energy generation, utilizing biomass feedstocks to produce electricity. Its small capacity suggests it may serve a niche market or provide distributed generation benefits. The facility's location in Rhode Island aligns with state renewable energy goals.
Environmental context
Biomass power plants like Orbit Energy RI use organic materials for fuel, which can reduce reliance on fossil fuels but still produce emissions such as particulate matter and NOx. The plant's small capacity (3.2 MW) limits its environmental footprint. Proximity to populated areas in Rhode Island may require adherence to local air quality regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Orbit Energy RI is located in Rhode Island, United States, at coordinates 41.8054, -71.5142.
Orbit Energy RI is a biomass power plant that generates electricity by burning organic materials.
Orbit Energy RI has a capacity of 3.2 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale power generation facility.
Orbit Energy RI is owned by Entropy Investment Management LLC.
Biomass power plants in the US are regulated under the Clean Air Act, including emissions standards for particulate matter, NOx, and SO2. They may also be subject to state-level renewable portfolio standards.