Overview
Ottawa County Project is a 2.8 MW biomass power plant in Ohio, United States, operated by EDL Inc. It converts waste into electricity, supporting local renewable energy generation.
Ottawa County Project is a biomass power plant located in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States. With a capacity of 2.8 MW, it is a small-scale facility within the biomass power generation sector. The plant is owned and operated by EDL Inc and is currently operational, contributing to the region's renewable energy portfolio. The plant uses waste as its primary fuel, converting it into electricity through biomass combustion. This technology aligns with the broader US regulatory framework, including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and state-level renewable portfolio standards. Small-scale biomass plants like this one often benefit from incentives for waste-to-energy projects, which help reduce landfill use and greenhouse gas emissions. Environmentally, the Ottawa County Project plays a role in managing local waste streams while generating clean electricity. Its small capacity means a relatively low emissions footprint compared to larger fossil fuel plants. The facility supports grid stability in the region and provides a sustainable energy option for the community.
Environmental context
The plant's use of waste as fuel reduces methane emissions from landfills and displaces fossil fuel-based electricity. Its small capacity (2.8 MW) results in lower CO2, SOx, and NOx emissions compared to larger power plants. Located in a rural area of Ohio, the facility's environmental impact is further minimized by its adherence to US EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act.
Frequently asked questions
The Ottawa County Project is located in Ottawa County, Ohio, United States, at coordinates 41.5283, -83.0353.
It is a biomass power plant that uses waste as fuel to generate electricity.
The plant has a capacity of 2.8 megawatts (MW), making it a small-scale biomass facility.
The plant is owned and operated by EDL Inc.
Biomass power plants in the US must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA), including emission standards for pollutants like SOx, NOx, and particulate matter. State-level renewable portfolio standards may also apply.